Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 10 to 12 minutes
Yield: Makes 25–30 cookies(5 g of protein / 2-cookie serving)
INGREDIENTS
250 ml (1 cup) unbleached wheat flour
2 tablespoons of Zenit organic vanilla plant-based protein
2.5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder
125 ml (1/2 cup) coconut oil
185 ml (3/4 cup) organic cane sugar
Zest of 2 lemons
1 egg
45 ml (3 tbsp) lemon juice
Coconut for decoration (optional)
METHOD
Place the rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 190 °C (375 °F).
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper, then set aside.
In a bowl, mix the flour with the protein powder and baking powder.
In another bowl, cream the coconut oil with the cane sugar and lemon zest using an electric mixer. Add the egg and mix until smooth.
Add the dry ingredients alternately with the lemon juice.
Form 25 to 30 dough balls using a small spoon (approximately 15 ml). Arrange on the 2 prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle coconut on top if desired. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool completely on the baking sheets before eating.
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Festive tip: Wrap them beautifully in a small gift bag with a ribbon. They’re the perfect gift to delight your loved ones at Christmas. 🎅🌟