Description
These Swolemate Sugar Cookies are a high-protein, gluten-free twist on classic sugar cookies. Made with vanilla protein powder, coconut and almond flours, and naturally sweetened with baking stevia, they offer a healthier alternative without compromising on flavor or texture. Perfectly soft and slightly chewy, these cookies are topped with a creamy vanilla or cream cheese frosting for an indulgent finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 50g vanilla protein powder (~2 scoops)
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup baking stevia (Sweetleaf brand recommended)
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Topping
- Whipped vanilla or cream cheese frosting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly stir together the vanilla protein powder, coconut flour, almond flour, baking stevia, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, vanilla extract, and unsweetened Greek yogurt until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients gently. The dough should become thick and able to hold its shape. Use your hands or a spatula to continue folding until the mixture is fully incorporated.
- Prepare for Shaping: Sprinkle some coconut flour onto your workspace to prevent sticking, then roll out the dough to your desired thickness.
- Shape Cookies: Cut the dough into heart shapes or any other shapes you prefer, then carefully transfer them to a greased cookie sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes. At the 7-minute mark, check the bottom of a cookie; it should be golden brown. Avoid letting the tops brown to prevent overbaking.
- Cool and Frost: Allow cookies to cool slightly on the sheet, then frost with whipped vanilla or cream cheese frosting and add sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the dough is thick enough to hold its shape before rolling out; add a little more coconut flour if it’s too sticky.
- Cookies bake quickly—monitor closely after 7 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- Use a greased cookie sheet or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Protein powder brands vary; adjust the amount slightly if needed to achieve the correct dough consistency.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt and use a compatible frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: high protein sugar cookies, gluten free cookies, keto sugar cookies, healthy sugar cookies, protein powder cookies, low carb dessert, almond flour cookies, coconut flour cookies
