Chocolate Sunflower Protein Cookies

Sunflower seeds add a surprise texture to these softly crunchy chocolate chip cookies. Bake a few dozen for your cookie jar and your tummy.

Chocolate Sunflower Protein Cookies [Vegan]

Ingredients

• 1 cup dairy-free butter
• 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground chia seeds
• 2 1/4 cups whole wheat pastry flour
• 1/4 cup protein powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup sunflower seed kernels

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Cut parchment paper to fit on a baking sheet. Set aside.
2. Add the butter and sugar to the bowl of stand mixer and mix together on medium-low speed for 5 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, mix ground chia seeds with 6 tablespoons water and set aside.
4. Mix together the flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
5. Add the vanilla and chia mixture to the butter mixture. Mix until well blended. Mix in the flour mixture a little at a time. On low speed, mix in the chocolate chips and sunflower seeds.
6. Form into round balls and set on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Flatten to about 1/2 inch thick. Bake for 8 to 9 minutes.
7. Cool on a wire rack.

https://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-recipe/chocolate-sunflower-protein-cookies-vegan/