Hemp Protein Cookies Recipe

5 from 1 vote

These hemp protein cookies are rich, chocolaty, and delicious. They're quick and easy to make. This recipe is a must try if you'd like to boost your intake of plant-based protein.

Prep Time15

Cook Time14

Total Time29

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 186kcal

Author: Jennifer Bell

Equipment

Parchment paper or silicone baking mat

Ingredients

1 cup unsweetened hemp protein powder (or substitute your preferred unsweetened protein powder)
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup smooth almond butter
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cold water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate (or substitute chocolate chips)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Add 1 cup unsweetened hemp protein powder (or substitute your preferred unsweetened protein powder), 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 teaspoon baking powder to a mixing bowl, then mix well.
Add 1/2 cup smooth almond butter, 1/2 cup maple syrup, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons cold water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a second mixing bowl, then use a whisk to mix well.
Transfer the dry ingredients to the bowl with the wet ingredients, along with 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate, then use your hands to combine the ingredients until a thick cookie dough consistency is achieved (I recommend wearing kitchen gloves to make this easy and mess free).
Use your hands to divide the cookie dough into 12 evenly sized balls and place them, evenly spaced, on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
Use your hands to flatten the cookie dough balls into circle shapes.
Bake for 14 minutes.
Let the cookies cool off for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store these cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze them for up to three months.

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