Protein Coconut Cookies Recipe
These protein coconut cookies bring tropical confidence without asking permission.
Toasty coconut feels luxurious, soft bites stay comforting, and protein shows real follow-through.
Bake these when snacks need sunshine energy and substance.
Protein Coconut Cookies Recipe
Soft, chewy vegan coconut cookies loaded with plant protein and toasted coconut flavor for satisfying, feel-good snacking.
Ingredients
- Desiccated coconut unsweetened: ¾ cup
- Rolled oats: ¾ cup
- Coconut flour: ¼ cup
- Plant-based vanilla protein powder: ¾ cup
- Coconut oil melted: 2 tbsp
- Maple syrup: ¼ cup
- Coconut milk thick: ¼ cup
- Baking powder: ½ tsp
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Salt: a pinch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C and line baking tray with parchment paper.
- Add coconut, oats, coconut flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt to a bowl.
- Mix coconut oil, maple syrup, coconut milk, and vanilla separately until smooth.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry mixture to form thick dough.
- Divide dough into six portions and flatten gently on tray.
- Bake for 12 minutes until edges turn lightly golden.
- Cool briefly before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving – 2 Cookies)
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Total Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 14 g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 20%
- Magnesium: 24%
- Zinc: 18%
- Potassium: 16%
- Phosphorus: 22%
Additional Notes / Tips
Toast coconut lightly for deeper flavor, chill dough for thicker cookies, or drizzle dark chocolate when restraint feels optional.
