Protein Dark Chocolate Cookies

These are not your traditional chewy, soft cookies - but if you're a dark chocolate fan, then you’ll like these cookies. The taste and texture is like a dark chocolate bar, but with an added dose of protein and no artificial sweeteners. A food processor is required for these, as they will not bind into a dough otherwise. From there, shape them into round cookies and enjoy.

How To MakeDiet Type: Plant-based

Freeze For 3-4 months

Best by 1 week refrigerated

Shopping List

1/2 cup raw cacao powder
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup vegan protein powder (Note 1)
1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional, but recommended)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2: Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until a dough forms. Sorry, but these cookies will not work with hand-mixing. The processor is necessary for them to bind. Keep in mind that all protein powders absorb liquid differently, so you may need to add a little more or a less maple syrup to reach a compact dough consistency.
Step 3: Form the dough into round cookies (or bars, whatever shape you like) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. These cookies will not rise, so make them about 1/3 inch tall. Eyeball it. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 4: Remove the cookies from the oven. They will still be very soft. Allow them to cool fully, placing them in the fridge to harden.
Serve: Enjoy. I like to warm these up slightly in the microwave, until the chocolate chips are gooey but the inside is still firm.

Recipe Notes

Note 1: Since there are so few ingredients here, your cookies will taste strongly of the protein powder you're using. So make sure you enjoy the taste of your protein powder before adding it.

Nutrition

Serves 6
Calories Per Serving: 153			DAILY VALUE %
Total Carbohydrate 21g	7%	Total Fat 0g	0%
Net Carbohydrate 19g		Protein 16g	33%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%	Fiber 2g	6%
Potassium 77mg	2%	Calcium	27%
Iron	16%

Nutritional information suggested is for 1 cookie.

Nutritional Data Disclaimer

The website is written and produced for informational purposes only. The nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the FDA. The data is calculated through a third party online nutritional calculator, and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Although Bravabod does its best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as brands purchased and fluctuations in fresh produce alters the nutritional information in any given meal. For the most accurate nutritional information in a given meal, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator or with the assistance of a licensed medical professional.

These are not your traditional chewy, soft cookies - but if you're a dark chocolate fan, then you’ll quite like these not-quite cookies. The taste and texture is like that of a dark chocolate bar, but with an added dose of protein and no artificial sweeteners. A food processor is required for these, as they will not bind into a dough otherwise. From there, shape them into round cookies, bars, or any other shape you wish.

Did you know raw cacao has 40 times the antioxidants of blueberries? It’s the highest plant-based source of Iron and has more calcium per ounce than cow’s milk. Raw cacao is also a fantastic source of magnesium and is a natural anti-depressant.

How To MakeDiet Type: Paleo

Freeze For 3-4 months

Best by 1 week refrigerated

Shopping List

1/2 cup raw cacao powder
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup paleo protein powder (Note 1)
1/2 cup paleo chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bar (optional, but recommended)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2: Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until a dough forms. Sorry, but these cookies will not work with hand-mixing. The processor is necessary for them to bind. Keep in mind that all protein powders absorb liquid differently, so you may need to add a little more or a less maple syrup to reach a compact dough consistency.
Step 3: Form the dough into round cookies (or bars, whatever shape you like) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. These cookies will not rise, so make them about 1/3 inch tall. Eyeball it. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 4: Remove the cookies from the oven. They will still be very soft. Allow them to cool fully, placing them in the fridge to harden.
Serve: Enjoy. I like to warm these up slightly in the microwave, until the chocolate chips are gooey but the inside is still firm.

Recipe Notes

Note 1: Since there are so few ingredients here, your cookies will taste strongly of the protein powder you're using. So make sure you enjoy the taste of your protein powder before adding it.

Nutrition

Serves 6
Calories Per Serving: 140			DAILY VALUE %
Total Carbohydrate 18g	6%	Total Fat 0g	0%
Net Carbohydrate 18g		Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Protein 18g	36%	Fiber <1g	1%
Potassium 77mg	2%	Calcium	27%
Iron	1%

Nutritional information suggested is for 1 cookie.

Nutritional Data Disclaimer

The website is written and produced for informational purposes only. The nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the FDA. The data is calculated through a third party online nutritional calculator, and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Although Bravabod does its best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as brands purchased and fluctuations in fresh produce alters the nutritional information in any given meal. For the most accurate nutritional information in a given meal, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator or with the assistance of a licensed medical professional.

These are not your traditional chewy, soft cookies - but if you're a dark chocolate fan, then you’ll love these not-quite cookies. The taste and texture is like that of a dark chocolate bar, but with an added dose of nourishing protein. A food processor is required for these, as they will not bind into a dough otherwise. From there, shape them into round cookies, bars, or any other shape you wish.

Did you know raw cacao has 40 times the antioxidants of blueberries? It’s the highest plant-based source of Iron and has more calcium per ounce than cow’s milk. Raw cacao is also a fantastic source of magnesium and is a natural anti-depressant.

How To MakeDiet Type: Low-carb

Freeze For 3-4 months

Best by 1 week refrigerated

Shopping List

1/2 cup raw cacao powder
1/2 cup low-carb maple sweetener
1/2 cup protein powder (Note 1)
1/2 cup low-carb chocolate chips (optional, but recommended)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2: Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until a dough forms. Sorry, but these cookies will not work with hand-mixing. The processor is necessary for them to bind. Keep in mind that all protein powders absorb liquid differently, so you may need to add a little more or a less maple syrup to reach a compact dough consistency.
Step 3: Form the dough into round cookies (or bars, whatever shape you like) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. These cookies will not rise, so make them about 1/3 inch tall. Eyeball it. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 4: Remove the cookies from the oven. They will still be very soft. Allow them to cool fully, placing them in the fridge to harden.
Serve: Enjoy. I like to warm these up slightly in the microwave, until the chocolate chips are gooey but the inside is still firm.

Recipe Notes

Note 1: Since there are so few ingredients here, your cookies will taste strongly of the protein powder you're using. So make sure you enjoy the taste of your protein powder before adding it.

Nutrition

Serves 6
Calories Per Serving: 89			DAILY VALUE %
Total Carbohydrate 5g	2%	Total Fat 0g	0%
Net Carbohydrate 1g		Protein 18g	36%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%	Fiber 4g	17%
Potassium 44mg	1%	Iron	1%

Nutritional information suggested is for 1 cookie.

Nutritional Data Disclaimer

The website is written and produced for informational purposes only. The nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the FDA. The data is calculated through a third party online nutritional calculator, and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Although Bravabod does its best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as brands purchased and fluctuations in fresh produce alters the nutritional information in any given meal. For the most accurate nutritional information in a given meal, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator or with the assistance of a licensed medical professional.

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