Chocolate Chip Sweet Potato Protein Oatmeal Cookies
Serves 10
5 mins prep
15 mins cook
20 mins total
Soft and chewy, these Sweet Potato Oatmeal Cookies are loaded with Protein and Chocolate Chips too! A lightened-up, healthy treat perfect for any time of day - post-workout, breakfast, dessert or even just as a snack.
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
Make flax egg: Combine flaxseed meal and 3 Tbsp water in a small bowl and set aside for 15 min.
In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potato, flax egg, almond butter and vanilla.
Add oats, protein powder, cinnamon and baking powder and mix well.
Fold in chocolate chips.
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon measure to scoop our about 2 Tbsp mixture at a time, and place on sheet. Flatten and shape with back of spoon, cookies won’t spread.
Bake for about 15 min until lightly golden brown.
Allow to cool about 10 minutes, remove from pan and enjoy!
