🍋 MINI PEANUT BUTTER CINNAMON BITES (Only ~20 cals
If you love peanut butter but want a high-protein, low-cal sweet treat, you need to save this recipe! These are flourless, oat-free, and come out to around 20 calories per mini cookie. Plus, adding cinnamon and vanilla makes them taste insane. 🥜✨
🛒 WHAT YOU NEED:
1/2 cup PBFit powder (or regular powdered PB)
1/2 cup Vanilla Whey Protein Blend
1/2 cup Granulated 1:1 sweetener (like Monk Fruit or Erythritol)
1 tsp Baking powder (or a cup for extra fluffiness☁️🥰)
1 Large egg
1 tsp Vanilla extract
1-2 tsp of water
Dash of cinnamon
Optional: 1/2 bag of crushed 100-calorie chocolate wafer snacks folded into the dough! 🍫
👩🍳 HOW TO MAKE IT:
1️⃣ PREP: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ DRY INGREDIENTS: In a medium bowl, whisk together the PBFit, vanilla protein powder, sweetener, baking powder, and cinnamon.
3️⃣ WET INGREDIENTS: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl. Stir everything together. If the dough feels too dry or crumbly to shape, add a tiny splash of water (a teaspoon at a time) until it forms a soft dough. 4️⃣ PORTION: Use a 1 teaspoon measuring spoon to scoop out mini dough balls. Drop them onto your baking sheet. Give each mini ball a gentle press with your thumb or a fork to flatten it slightly.
5️⃣ BAKETIME: Bake for just 5 to 7 minutes! Watch them closely—you want to pull them out as soon as the edges look set. They will firm up as they cool.
6️⃣ COOL: Let them cool completely on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before eating.
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📊 MACROS (Per Mini Cookie):
Calories: ~20 kcal
Protein: ~2.5g
Carbs: <1g
Perfect for a late-night sweet tooth or a quick post-workout bite! Drop a 🥜 if you’re making these this week!
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I've tried making these mini peanut butter cinnamon bites several times, and I love how versatile they are for a quick snack or post-workout treat. One thing I found helpful is to adjust the amount of water carefully when mixing the dough; adding it little by little helps achieve that soft but moldable texture without making it too wet. The cinnamon really adds a warm, cozy flavor that complements the peanut butter perfectly, making these bites feel indulgent yet guilt-free. You can also experiment with different protein powders if you don't have vanilla whey on hand—I've used chocolate or unflavored protein blends and they still taste delicious. For an added treat, folding in crushed low-calorie chocolate wafers—as mentioned in the recipe—gives a nice crunch and a bit of indulgence without significantly increasing calories. Baking time is quick, so it's important to watch them closely to get just the right texture. Removing them as soon as the edges are set ensures they stay soft and chewy instead of hardening. Letting them cool on the baking sheet is essential, as they firm up during this time. From my experience, these bites are excellent for satisfying a late-night sweet tooth without ruining your diet goals. Plus, with about 2.5 grams of protein per mini cookie, they're a smart way to reinforce your daily protein intake. Definitely worth trying if you want a simple, healthy, and tasty snack that feels like a treat!
