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High Protein Lava Cookies: 9g Protein Per Heavenly Bite

High Protein Lava Cookies
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High-protein chocolate lava cookies with a gooey Greek yogurt and peanut butter filling. A healthy, post-workout treat that’s both delicious and nutritious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup oat flour (or almond flour for keto-friendly)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or 2%)
  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp almond milk (adjust if needed)
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (plus more for topping)
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (for filling)
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter (for filling)
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup (for filling)
  • Optional: pinch of sea salt (for filling)

Instructions

  1. Mix Greek yogurt, peanut butter, maple syrup, and salt for the filling. Chill in the freezer for 30 minutes.
  2. Combine oat flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Add Greek yogurt, egg, vanilla, and almond milk to the dry ingredients. Mix until thick and fudgy.
  4. Scoop 2 tbsp of dough, flatten, add 1 tsp of chilled filling, then wrap and seal the dough around it.
  5. Place on a lined baking tray and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes.
  6. Drizzle with melted dark chocolate and top with chocolate chips or chopped peanuts if desired.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • For a firmer texture, refrigerate before serving.
  • Adjust almond milk as needed for desired dough consistency.

Nutrition

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