Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (125g)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (80g)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil (15g)
  • 1/2 cup whey protein powder (60g)
  • 1 1/2 cups old fashioned rolled oats (135g)
  • 1 tbsp flaxseed meal (7g)
  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips (50g)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (4g)
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt (1g)

Instructions:

  1. In a small saucepan over low heat or a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Stir constantly until the mixture is glossy and fluid. Aim for a gentle warmth, not boiling.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually whisk in the protein powder until no lumps remain and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the old fashioned rolled oats, flaxseed meal, and dark chocolate chips until the oats are thoroughly coated in the protein-nut butter base. Ensure even distribution of chocolate chips.
  4. Using a 1.5-tablespoon scoop, portion the dough into 12 mounds onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
  5. Sprinkle with a pinch of flaky sea salt and refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow the coconut oil to set the cookies.