A Quick, High-Protein Treat with About 50g Carbs
Looking for a quick, balanced snack or post-workout bite you can make in minutes? This Air Fryer Protein Cookie is soft, slightly sweet, and loaded with fiber, protein, and flavor—with no refined sugar and simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.
It’s kid-friendly, CGM-tested, and easy to tweak based on your needs.
Watch the YouTube video to learn how to make it! Click on the items to purchase so you are prepared to start baking.
🍽️ Ingredients:
- ½ smashed banana
- ½ cup oats
- 1 scoop of your favorite protein powder
- A pinch of chia or flax seeds (for fiber & healthy fats)
- A few chocolate chips (optional, but fun!)
- Almond milk (or another milk of your choice – just a splash)
💡 Carbs: Approximately 50g total
(Adjust based on your protein powder, banana size, and add-ins)
🔥 Directions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, mash the banana and oats together.
- Mix in the protein powder.
- Slowly add milk until the texture becomes paste-like and moldable.
- Stir in chia/flax seeds and chocolate chips.
- Form into a cookie shape.
- Place on a piece of parchment paper in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for about 5 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
- Let cool slightly—and enjoy warm!
🙌 Why You’ll Love It:
- Only a handful of ingredients
- No oven or long prep needed
- Packed with protein, fiber, and whole grains
- Totally customizable with mix-ins or toppings
🧠 Tips & Variations:
- Use chocolate or vanilla protein powder depending on your flavor mood.
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a cozy twist.
- Want lower carbs? Use less banana or swap oats for low-carb flakes.
- Make a double batch and refrigerate or freeze extras for later!
This cookie is perfect for breakfast-on-the-go, a sweet-but-balanced snack, or a quick carb option when you need something satisfying but not spiking. My son usually eats about half as it is filling.
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