Name: Blueberry Almond Protein Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Ingredients: 1 cup mashed banana (about 2 large or 3 medium bananas!); ½ cup almond butter; 1 TBSP unsweetened almond milk; ¾ cup Bob’s Red Mill Almond Protein Powder; 1 cup gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats; ⅓ cup almonds, sliced; 1 TBSP hemp hearts; 1 tsp cinnamon; ½ cup dried blueberries or cherries

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Blueberry almond protein cookies with almond butter, oats, and almond protein powder sweetened with banana. Perfect for meal prep!

Yesterday I went to a coffee shop for the first time since last March.

After a “best coffee in VA” google search and a 20-minute drive, M and I found ourselves at local roastery gem.

The minute I opened the door the rich smells of coffee beans washed over me like seeing a long lost friend.

And then, I did see a long lost friend.

I was examining the whole coffee beans in colorful bags when suddenly my friend Walt was there, too.

Walt graduated from yoga teacher training in the same group as me, so, we’ve been through a journey together far before the world was on fire from COVID.

It felt surprising and fortuitous to see a familiar face during a global pandemic at a shop I only popped in by chance.

Life is funny.

He looked different with a mask and longer hair but the easy conversation was the same and we talked about yoga, hiking, and of course, coffee.

I just started drinking coffee, again, guys, which I told Walt with raised eyebrows.

Lately I love getting up 6 AM and sipping on warm dark roast coffee with a splash of almond milk.

You know what’s absolutely fantastic with coffee?

Something a little sweet.

These Blueberry Almond Protein Cookies are the best way to start your day with a burst of protein!

You bring the coffee and I’ll bring the cookie recipe.

Bake With Protein Powder

I don’t often bake with protein powder, but whenever I do, I’m amazed at how good it tastes.

It works wonderfully in place of flour to sneak in extra power to your baked goods.

Sometimes we all need a little boost of plant-based protein, right?

I made these Blueberry Almond Protein Cookies the first week in January and I found myself rationing them out.

When, on Sunday, I was out of cookies, I knew I needed to make some more and share them with you.

They’re packed with complex carbs, healthy whole-foods fats, and plant-based protein while being totally gluten-free and oil-free!

What You Need to Make Blueberry Almond Protein Cookies

Here’s what you need:

Bob’s Red Mill Almond Protein Powder
gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats
sliced almonds
hemp hearts
cinnamon
banana
almond butter
unsweetened almond milk
dried blueberries or cherries

That’s it!

How to Make Blueberry Almond Protein Cookies

This recipe is easily mixed up in one bowl.

In a medium bowl, smash the banana with a fork until it’s smooth.

Stir in the almond butter and almond milk and stir until everything is well combined.

Add in the protein powder, oats, sliced almonds, hemp hearts, and cinnamon.

Finally, fold in the dried blueberries or dried cherries!

Now that you’ve got your batter mixed, let’s make cookies!

To achieve the best sized cookies I love using a 1/4 cup measuring scoop.

Using the measuring cup, form large cookies by flattening the dough with your hands and placing on the baking sheet.

Bake the cookies for 18-20 minutes, until golden brown underneath and around the edges.

Store leftovers cookies in the refrigerator for up to one week and freeze for long term storage.

Almond Protein Powder

So let’s talk about the protein power in these cookies!

I was super excited to try this new one Almond Protein Powder from Bob’s Red Mill.

This 1-ingredient Almond Protein Powder is made with the highest quality blanched almonds.

It’s finely ground to a creamy powder that blends perfectly into smoothies, baked goods, sauces, salad dressings and more.

I love how it’s unflavored and super creamy so it melts into anything.

Try adding it to these cookies and blending into shakes for a nutritious addition to your day!

How to Serve Blueberry Almond Protein Cookies

Enjoy these Blueberry Almond Protein Cookies as a portable breakfast, sturdy snack, or healthy dessert.

I love mine with a cup of coffee or warm mug of tea.

The cookies keep at room temperature for 3-5 days and refrigerated up to one week.

Make sure to store them in an airtight container so they don’t get too dried out.

You can also freeze them for long term storage and heat up on long days.

Enjoy!

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XO Lauren