These are soft, buttery shortbread-style cookies — with the thick, creamy dough and tender pale golden rounds. A high-protein, low-carb version of classic shortbread that’s incredibly satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Thick, creamy dough and soft buttery texture
- High protein boost from whey protein powder
- Classic shortbread taste with zero sugar
- Simple one-bowl recipe ready in under 30 minutes
- Perfect for snacking, tea time, or meal prep
Ingredients (Makes 12–15 cookies)
- 2 cups (200g) almond flour
- ⅓ cup (35g) vanilla whey protein powder
- ⅓ cup allulose or monk fruit sweetener
- ½ cup (113g) butter or coconut oil, softened
- 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened (for extra creaminess)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and sweetener. Mix well.
- Stir in almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt until a thick dough forms.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Gently flatten into rounds on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–16 minutes until edges are lightly golden (centers should still look pale).
- Cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Bake Time: 12–16 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition (Per Cookie)
- Calories: ~140
- Protein: 6g
- Total Carbs: 5g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Fat: 13g
