Make these high protein pumpkin chocolate chip cookies for a delicious fall treat packed with protein. Soft, chewy, and easy to make — the perfect guilt-free dessert.
Got some pumpkin puree leftover from your other pumpkin treats such as a Deep Dish Pumpkin Pie or a Pumpkin Rice Puddingbut you’re not sure how to use it? That’s no problem at all - these cookies are an easy and tasty way to use up your pumpkin! As I mention in my free motivational guide to explore your potential in the kitchen, Making Cooking Fun!, if you’re looking to try something new in the kitchen but you don’t know where to start, checking the fridge and/or pantry is a wonderful first step to see if you can create some excellence with ingredients that are begging you to use them up! Take it from me from personal experience, that can of pumpkin is just so huge, and you really gotta get creative when using it!
I hadn’t had a good chocolate chip cookie in some time, and I wanted to try out something new for dessert! The pumpkin is excellent here, making these cookies an amazing choice for fall! Also, who doesn’t love an added boost of protein that’s delicious? These cookies not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also pack a punch of protein with every bite, making them a smart choice for any time of day. Whether you're looking to use up leftover pumpkin puree or simply want to bake something delicious, this easy recipe will soon become a favorite in your home. Get ready to enjoy these soft, flavorful cookies that make healthy snacking a breeze!
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Why You’ll Love This High Protein Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe!
Simple to make: When I first made these pumpkin protein chocolate chip cookies, I was blown away with how quick and easy they are to make! It only took me a little under 10 minutes to prep the cookies, and they bake in under 10 minutes! If you have all the ingredients available to you, then you can bake these cookies whenever the craving for a tasty but healthy sweet treat strikes without having to put in a ton of effort or dedicate lots of time. I would consider these pumpkin chocolate chip protein cookies an anytime dessert!
Minimal ingredients: To convince you to try these cookies even more, let me tell you that there are only 9 ingredients that you need for these fall cookies to come together, plus it’s likely that you already have them all! No need to raid the pantry and spend a long time putting everything back!
Packed with protein: The protein in these pumpkin chocolate chip cookies will help keep you satisfied and contribute towards your daily protein goals! Don’t worry - you won’t have any chalky aftertaste if you use the correct type of protein powder!
Pumpkin goodness: The essence of these healthy pumpkin protein chocolate chip cookies really comes from pumpkin! We’re featuring pumpkin puree, pumpkin flavored protein powder, and homemade pumpkin pie spice to give you the ultimate fall experience.
Big cookies: Although these cookies are healthy, don’t be fooled by thinking you won’t be satisfied. These cookies are quite huge, yet they’re still nutritious and light! I personally love the satisfaction of eating a big cookie, and that’s exactly what you’ll get with this easy fall cookie recipe!
Is This High Protein Pumpkin Cookie Recipe Healthy?▼
Yes, they really are healthy cookies! Here’s why:
Oat flour: Instead of using all-purpose flour, we’re going to use oat flour. Oats are a whole grain food, and they’re incredibly nutritious! They contain plenty of vitamins, minerals and antioxidant compounds. Oats are famous for being an excellent source of fibre that will help keep you full for longer, so that these cookies won’t make you feeling hungry right after eating them like regular cookies would. Furthermore, oats can lower cholesterol levels and improve blood sugar, which can be very beneficial to prevent type 2 diabetes or to reverse it.
Maple syrup: Maple syrup is a delicious natural sweetener, and ever since coming to Canada, it has become my favourite! Believe it or not, maple syrup contains multiple antioxidants - 24 of them to be exact! These antioxidants can assist in fighting inflammatory diseases and can even help in preventing cancer and improving overall skin health. Unlike refined sugars which can be rapidly metabolized by the liver resulting in sugar crashes, natural sweeteners on the other hand have a lower score on the glycemic index, which means they will not spike your insulin levels as much. Of course, in order to prevent health problems like type 2 diabetes and obesity, all types of sugar should be consumed in moderation. For more information on the health benefits of pumpkin, check out this article.
Pumpkin: Not only are these cookies made with pumpkin for the fall vibes, but pumpkin is an excellent superfood! Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A, which can boost immunity. Furthermore, pumpkin is very light, where a cup of cooked pumpkin contains 49 calories. Pumpkin is also high in fibre, and combined with a low calorie count, it can help assist in weight loss. Check out more information on the health benefits of pumpkin here.
Protein-packed: Protein is a very important macro-nutrient in one’s diet, and it really is important for everyone to get enough in their daily diets. While protein still has a slight association with muscle-building, everyone of all ages require the correct amount of protein, which is about 0.8 grams to 1 gram per pound of lean body mass.
Dietary Information for High Protein Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients for High Protein Healthy Pumpkin Cookies
For all measurements and to save the full recipe instructions, make sure you scroll down to the bottom of this post for the FULL PRINTABLE RECIPE CARD! All ingredients in the cookie dough will automatically be adjusted for you based on how many cookies you’re looking to make! By default, the recipe makes 4 large cookies.
Oatmeal: I’m using rolled oats blended into oat flour.
Vanilla extract: Pure vanilla extract gives the best flavor, even if it’s a bit more expensive. I would avoid artificial vanilla.
Protein powder: I’m using pumpkin protein powder from PEScience to further enhance the pumpkin flavor in the cookies. If you don’t have this, then don’t worry! You can simply substitute with a vanilla protein powder and add additional pumpkin spice to replicate the flavor.
Maple syrup: We need the cookies to have a bit of sweetness without being overpowering. Maple syrup is my favorite sweetener and it nicely complements the fall flavors here. However, if you don’t have maple syrup or don’t want to use it, then honeywould also be a great option if you don’t need the cookies to be vegan! Agave syrup can also work well.
Egg: We’ll use one egg and an egg white to ensure that the cookies are nice and moist, and an added egg white to boost up the protein a bit more.
Coconut oil: I love the flavor of coconut oil, and it’s a great oil for baking! You could even use ghee if you’d like and you eat dairy.
Baking powder: A little bit to allow the cookies to rise.
Salt: To enhance the flavors of all our other ingredients.
Chocolate chips: Some will be folded into the cookie dough and we’ll add the rest on top when baking our cookies.
How to Make Healthy Pumpkin Protein Chocolate Chip Cookies
Preheat the oven to 350 F.
In a large bowl, add in the dry ingredients: oat flour, pumpkin spice, protein powder, baking powder and salt. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, add the wet ingredients: egg, egg white, maple syrup, pumpkin puree, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
Add the dry mix to the wet mix, and add in about two thirds of the chocolate chips. Fold the chocolate chips and mix gently until everything is well combined.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Use an ice cream scooper to scoop out the cookie portions onto the baking tray, and use the back of a spoon to flatten out the tops. Add the remaining chocolate chips on top.
Bake the cookies for about 8 to 10 minutes. These cookies firm up as they cool, so pull them out while they still look slightly underbaked in the center.
Allow the cookies to cool down slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Tips for Warm and Tasty Healthy Protein Pumpkin Cookies
Oat flour keeps your cookies soft and chewy — protein powder alone makes them chalky or rubbery. If you’re blending oats yourself, pulse until fine but not pasty.
Make sure you measure all the ingredients exactly as they are listed. For baking, precision and accuracy is key!
Some protein powders are already sweetened (especially vanilla ones). Taste the dough before baking — you might not need that full amount of maple syrup or honey.
You can make the cookies as thin or as thick as you would like. However, keep in mind baking times will differ based on the thickness of the cookies. These cookies don’t spread much because there’s no butter/sugar creaming. Gently press each ball before baking so you get that classic cookie shape.
These cookies firm up as they cool, so pull them out while they still look slightly underbaked in the center. That’s how you keep them moist and soft.
Feel free to switch up the toppings based on your preferences - I have plenty of ideas listed below!
Do I Have to Add Chocolate Chips to These Pumpkin Protein Powder Cookies?▼
You definitely don’t have to! I personally love chocolate chips, and the molten chocolate chips complemented the pumpkin so well. However, you can top these cookies any way you’d like! Here are some ideas:
How to Store Protein Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies▼
All you need to do is place these pumpkin cookies would be in airtight container, but a cookie jar may be the best choice just because your cookies will be so inviting in a cookie jar! These cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to a week or in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Can you freeze this Pumpkin Protein Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough?▼
Yes, you sure can! Just scoop out a couple portions, add them onto a baking tray and flatten them lightly as usual. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the freezer until frozen. After, you can transfer the dough balls into a plastic bag. I recommend you freeze raw cookie dough for no longer than 2 months to prevent freezer burn. You can cook them straight from frozen, just add 1-2 extra minutes of cooking time.
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Recipe by Anadi Misra
High Protein Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Make these high protein pumpkin chocolate chip cookies for a delicious fall treat packed with protein. Soft, chewy, and easy to make — the perfect guilt-free dessert.
To make this homemade pumpkin pie spice, all you need to do is mix all the spices together in a plate or shake the ingredients together in an airtight jar.
To make this homemade pumpkin pie spice, all you need to do is mix all the spices together in a plate or shake the ingredients together in an airtight jar.
For the cookies
1
Preheat the oven to 350 F.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
2
In a large bowl, add in the dry ingredients: oat flour, pumpkin spice, protein powder, baking powder and salt. Mix well.
In a large bowl, add in the dry ingredients: oat flour, pumpkin spice, protein powder, baking powder and salt. Mix well.
3
In a separate bowl, add the wet ingredients: egg, egg white, maple syrup, pumpkin puree, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, add the wet ingredients: egg, egg white, maple syrup, pumpkin puree, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4
Add the dry mix to the wet mix, and add in about two-thirds of the chocolate chips. Fold the chocolate chips and mix gently until everything is well combined.
Add the dry mix to the wet mix, and add in about two-thirds of the chocolate chips. Fold the chocolate chips and mix gently until everything is well combined.
5
Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Use an ice cream scooper to scoop out the cookie portions onto the baking tray, and use the back of a spoon to flatten out the tops. Add the remaining chocolate chips on top.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Use an ice cream scooper to scoop out the cookie portions onto the baking tray, and use the back of a spoon to flatten out the tops. Add the remaining chocolate chips on top.
6
Bake the cookies for about 8 to 10 minutes. These cookies firm up as they cool, so pull them out while they still look slightly underbaked in the center.
Bake the cookies for about 8 to 10 minutes. These cookies firm up as they cool, so pull them out while they still look slightly underbaked in the center.
7
Allow the cookies to cool down slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Allow the cookies to cool down slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition per serving
250
Calories
7g
Protein
32g
Carbs
12g
Fat
4g
Fiber
13g
Sugar
180mg
Sodium
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