Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies
SnackThese chocolate chip pumpkin cookies are a great way of using up your pumpkin this halloween! The cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg bring a lovely autumnal warmth to these snacks, making them perfect to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee and a chat with a loved one.
Calories218kcal
Carbs25g
Protein12g
Fats8g
For Exercise DayPerformance Benefits
This recipe would be a great snack for pre or post exercise as it is a good source of carbohydrate and protein, with a low fat and fibre content.
Health Benefits
Pumpkin is low in calories and a good source of antioxidants Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Antioxidants play a role in protecting our cells from damage caused by free radicals. The presence of free radicals in the body is increased following periods of strenuous activity or injury to the body.
Expert Tips
Add some raisins too for some extra flavour & texture!
Equipment
- Baking tray
- Food processor
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 200 g Pumpkin skin removed
- 200 g Oats
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 2 scoops Vanilla Protein Powder
- 1 Large egg
- 200 g Greek yoghurt
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 50 g Chocolate chopped
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- ½ tsp Ginger
- ½ tsp Nutmeg
Servings
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200℃.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Place the pumpkin on a baking tray and roast for 30-40 minutes until soft.
- Allow the pumpkin to cool for a few minutes before blitzing the pumpkin, yoghurt and honey in a food processor.
- Scrape the contents down the sides of the food processor, add the egg and blitz again for 2 minutes until completely smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, baking soda, protein powder, cinnamon.
- Pour the contents of the food processor into the bowl with the oats. Mix thoroughly.
- Next fold in the chocolate
- Spoon the mixture onto the parchment paper.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
Notes
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 184mgPotassium: 276mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 48ugVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 104mgIron: 2mg
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