# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour (120 g)
02 - 1 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based) (100 g)
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled (115 g)
06 - 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based) (60 ml)
07 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed (100 g)
08 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 g)
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
11 - 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (170 g)
12 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (50 g) (optional)
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, protein powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, milk, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
04 - Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract into the wet mixture, whisking until fully combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
06 - Gently fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
07 - Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, spacing approximately 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Avoid overbaking.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
