Power Cookie Recipe
Power cookie recipe packed with oats, almond flour, and dark chocolate. Perfect for an energy boost! Try this easy, nutritious snack today.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Whisk
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
Instructions
Step 1 – Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. This will help prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Note: Always preheat the oven for baking! It ensures the cookies bake evenly, giving you that perfect texture every time.
Step 2 – Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, chia seeds, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Give it a quick stir to make sure everything is mixed evenly.
- Fact: Almond flour not only adds a lovely nutty flavor but is also gluten-free, making this recipe suitable for those avoiding gluten.
Step 3 – Combine the Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, peanut butter, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and the egg.
- Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- Tip: For a vegan alternative, substitute the egg with a flaxseed egg by mixing 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
Step 4 – Mix It All Together
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
- Use a spatula to combine everything. Mix until you have a consistent dough.
- Warning: Avoid over-mixing here! Too much stirring can make the cookies dense rather than soft and chewy.
Step 5 – Add the Dark Chocolate Chips
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips. You want to evenly distribute them without breaking up the dough.
- Note: Dark chocolate not only adds flavor but is rich in antioxidants, giving you a healthy boost with every bite.
Step 6 – Shape the Cookies
- Scoop out about 1 ½ tablespoons of dough per cookie and roll it into a ball.
- Place each cookie ball onto the baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each one.
- Gently press down on each ball to flatten it slightly.
- Tip: For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop. It makes shaping quick and keeps them looking professional!
Step 7 – Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Warning: Be careful not to overbake these! They’ll firm up as they cool, so taking them out when they’re slightly soft in the center keeps them chewy.
Notes
- Storage: These power cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Freezing: You can freeze the dough balls for later. Just bake them directly from the freezer, adding an extra 1-2 minutes to the bake time.
- Add-Ins: Feel free to add in some chopped nuts or dried fruits for extra texture and flavor. Just keep the additions to about 1/3 cup so you don’t overpower the dough.