Vegan Chocolate Sea Salt Peanut Butter Oat Cookies
Soft-baked protein-packed cookies combining rich chocolate Shakeology powder with creamy peanut butter and topped with melted dark chocolate and flaky sea salt. The oat flour base creates a tender texture while vegan egg replacement keeps them plant-based. Perfect for post-workout fuel or healthy dessert cravings, these cookies offer indulgent flavors without refined sugar. The finishing touch of Maldon sea salt the chocolate-peanut butter combination to gourmet status.
Ingredients
- parchment paper
- ½ cup dry rolled oats
- 2 scoops Chocolate Caramel Brownie Shakeologyprotein powder + cocoa2 scoops protein + 2 Tbsp cocoabudget-friendly
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- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup all-natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 3 Tbsp vegan egg replacement
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 Tbsp vegan dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- ¼ tsp sea salt flakes, like Maldon
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven and line baking sheet with parchment paper
- 2
Process oats in food processor until fine flour texture forms
- 3
Combine oat flour, Shakeology, and baking powder in small bowl
- 4
Mix peanut butter, almond milk, egg replacement, and vanilla in medium bowl until combined
- 5
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until combined
- 6
Shape into 12 equal balls and arrange on prepared sheet
- 7
Flatten each ball with fork in crosshatch pattern
- 8
Bake for 12 minutes then cool on sheet for 1 minute before transferring to rack
- 9
Melt chocolate chips and oil in microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth
- 10
Spread melted chocolate on warm cookies and sprinkle with sea salt flakes
Tips
Use natural peanut butter without added sugars for best texture and health benefits.
Don't overbake - cookies will continue cooking on hot pan after removing from oven.
Apply chocolate topping while cookies are still warm for better adherence and glossy finish.
Good to Know
airtight container at room temperature up to 4 days or freeze up to 1 month
at room temperature
Common Mistakes
Don't overprocess oats to avoid gummy texture.
Press fork gently to avoid breaking cookies when making crosshatch pattern.
Substitutions
Nut-Free Alternatives
General Alternatives
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FAQ
Can I make these without Shakeology?
Yes, substitute with 2 scoops chocolate protein powder plus 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, though nutrition and flavor will differ.
What if I don't have vegan egg replacement?
Try 3 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tablespoons water, let sit 5 minutes until gel-like.
How long do these cookies keep fresh?
Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage up to 1 month.