Giant Strawberries ‘n Cream Protein Cookie for One is nearly as big as yo’ face, but go ahead and eat the whole thing – if you can! The entire homemade protein cookie has 380 cal, 20g fat, 18g net carb, 31g protein – half would make a great post-workout snack and the whole thing can sub for a mini meal on the go – like a busy day breakfast!
It’s super easy to make one of these protein powder cookies with Clean Lean Protein (Strawberry) from Nuzest – a plant-based, gluten-free, no-added-yucky-or-questionable-ingredient protein powder I love.
I actually made this massive single-serving cookie recipe for one in my toaster oven, so easy and convenient! Of course, a regular oven works too!
NOTES:
Flour: I used a gluten-free flour blend, but you can swap for the flour of choice. However, this may vary the macros and texture.
Cook in Oven or Toaster Oven: I cooked in my Omni Plus Air Fryer / Toaster Oven – however, the first one I tried on “air fry,” burned quickly but on the “toaster” feature at 350F degrees, it worked perfectly — about 8 to 10 minutes in a toaster oven or conventional oven.
Protein Powder: Again, I used Nuzest, a plant-based protein powder. Use my Nuzest discount code FITFORK to save 15% (if they aren’t already having a better deal)! You could also swap in an equal portion of whey protein. The texture is somewhat dense, due to a high volume of protein powder (I wanted a 30g+ protein cookie). If you want something lighter and fluffier, cut the protein powder in half and mix back in with an equal swap of more flour – a traditional flour or gluten-free baking blend will work best.
Toppings: I topped with sugar-free white chocolate chips and fresh strawberries, but honestly, you could add almost anything – nuts, seeds, dried fruit, etc. Just lightly press everything into the raw dough.
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Giant Strawberries ‘n Cream Protein Cookie for One is nearly as big as yo’ face, but go ahead and eat the whole thing – if you can! The entire homemade protein cookie has 380 cal, 20g fat, 18g net carb, 31g protein – half would make a great post-workout snack and the whole thing can sub for a mini meal on the go –like a busy day breakfast!
- 1 large egg whisked
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil melted
- 1 Tbsp. granulated monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp. beet root powder *optional
- 2 scoops 25g Nuzest Clean Lean Protein Powder, Strawberry Flavor
- 2 Tbsp. flour of choice**
- Pinch baking soda
- 1 fresh strawberry sliced
- ½ Tbsp. sugar-free white chocolate chips about 12 -15
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Preheat oven or toaster oven to 350F. Mix together egg, coconut oil, beet root powder (*optional, but makes cookie pinker). Mix in protein powder, flour (**I used a gluten-free baking blend), and baking soda. Stir until clumped together and them knead with hands into ball. Flatten into circle, approximately 5.5” round. Top with sliced strawberries and white baking chips, lightly pressing in. Bake for appox. 8 – 10 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
This cookie looks delicious! I don’t have any monk fruit sweetener. Is there anything that would work as a substitute?
You could use anything that’s a 1:1 sugar replacement — like a stevia baking blend, coconut sugar, real sugar . . .
Who thought that a treat would actually be o good for you and a protein filled meal! So perfect for enjoying on the run to fuel your day!
What a delicious protein rich snack! I love the addition of the beetroot powder, it really makes them a gorgeous colour!
OMG, this is right up my alley! Eating a giant cookie just automatically makes you happy. Thanks for this!
Such a fun treat-meal. Love the protein. So pretty! This cookie is great for energy before a workout.