Oatmeal Protein Treats (Printable Version)
Hearty cookies full of plant-based protein from flax, chia, and peanut butter. Ideal for mornings or on-the-go snacks. Vegan and gluten-free.
# Ingredients:
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1 cup nut butter of your choice (or peanut butter)
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1 cup mashed banana or apple sauce
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3 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned style)
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1 tsp cinnamon powder
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1 tsp vanilla flavoring
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¼ cup pure maple syrup for sweetness
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¼ cup finely ground flaxseeds
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¼ cup chia seeds for texture
# Steps:
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Turn your oven to 325°F. Cover a baking sheet with a layer of parchment paper.
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In a medium-sized bowl, stir all 8 ingredients together until the mixture is fully blended.
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Divide the dough into 12 portions, then roll into balls. Flatten each ball with your hand so it looks like a cookie. Spread them out on the prepared baking sheet.
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Pop the tray in the oven for 15 minutes. Let the cookies cool off and enjoy them once they're set.
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Keep your cookies in a sealed container at room temp, and they'll stay fresh for about a week.
# Notes:
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Fully plant-based and gluten-free
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Each cookie contains 9 grams of protein
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Swap applesauce for mashed banana if you'd like
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Any nut or seed butter works here