Description
These Protein Sugar Cookie Bars are a delectable twist on traditional cookie recipes, offering a health-conscious option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Packed with protein and made with wholesome ingredients, they make for a perfect snack or healthy dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup protein powder
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Combine the protein powder, almond flour, coconut sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Mix the applesauce, almond butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until fully combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until fully combined, folding in chocolate chips.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into squares.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Top with melted chocolate or sea salt if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg