Smart swaps, perfect bake windows, and textures that snap and bend just right. Chocolate pools, spices bloom, and nobody guesses the tweak. They live in the sweet spot between crisp and soft. The jar empties on schedule. Cravings get handled responsibly irresponsible.

Three homemade protein bars stacked with parchment paper between them and protein powder behind them.
Cookie dough protein bar. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Soft, chewy, and made in just 10 minutes! With 12 grams of protein, these cookie dough protein bars are a snack you’ll want to have on hand!
Get the Recipe: Cookie dough protein bar

Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies

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Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This recipe for Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies is a delicious, healthier twist on the classic. Made with almond flour instead of wheat flour, these cookies are sweet, soft, and perfectly chewy.
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Sugar Free Meringue Cookies

Sugar Free Keto Meringue Cookies in a dark bowl.
Sugar Free Meringue Cookies. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Those Sugar Free Meringue Cookies recipe is made with just 2 simple ingredients and only 1 gram of net carbs for 10 pieces. Those light and fluffy, with crispy exterior sugar free meringue cookies, are delicious and healthy low carb alternative.
Get the Recipe: Sugar Free Meringue Cookies

Melt In Your Mouth Almond Crescent Cookies

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Melt In Your Mouth Almond Crescent Cookies. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

Almond crescent cookies are one of the treats to make, especially when I’m craving something sweet but don’t want to make a huge batch. These cookies are buttery, crumbly, and just the right size for a little indulgence. One of the best parts? They are incredibly easy to make with just a few ingredients, perfect for when you want something special without spending too much time in the kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Melt In Your Mouth Almond Crescent Cookies

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Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookie. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These irresistible chewy chocolate cookies hold a delightful secret at their core. Each cookie has a gooey marshmallow baked into the center, creating a surprise burst of sweet and fluffy goodness with every bite. With their rich chocolatey flavor and hidden marshmallow treasure, these cookies offer a unique twist on the classic s’mores combination, perfect for indulging in a campfire-inspired treat anytime, anywhere.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookie

Cool Whip Cookies

Cool whip cookies on parchment with powdered sugar.
Cool Whip Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Cool Whip Cookies are tasty cake mix cookies! With a box of lemon cake mix, a tub of Cool Whip, and an egg, you can have a batch of soft and chewy cookies ready fast!
Get the Recipe: Cool Whip Cookies

Almond Crescent Cookies

Almond Crescent Cookies on a parchment paper with one piece missing.
Almond Crescent Cookies. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Almond Crescent Cookies are made with almond flour every single year as a must make for the holiday season. This extremely soft, grain-free, dairy-free, gluten free, and low carb cookie recipe is truly my favorite of all.
Get the Recipe: Almond Crescent Cookies

Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

A pile of chewy, eggless cookies sits on a white cake stand, with more cookies cooling on a rack in the background.
Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip cookies are a seasonal twist on classic chocolate chip cookies. Use semi sweet or dark chocolate chips!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Peanut Butter Low Carb Cookies

Peanut Butter Keto Cookies layered on a white surface with yellow flowers on the side.
Peanut Butter Low Carb Cookies. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

The easiest ever Peanut Butter Low Carb Cookies Recipe with only a few ingredients and done in less than 20 minutes are a perfect staple for a quick dessert idea. Fully gluten-free, grain-free and sugar-free, those simple cookies are filled with all of the protein you have been looking for.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Low Carb Cookies

Vegan Thumbprint Cookies

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Vegan Thumbprint Cookies. Photo credit: The Honour System.

These Vegan Thumbprint Cookies are easy, gluten-free, and naturally sweet! The perfect recipe to add to your holiday treat recipe collection.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Thumbprint Cookies

Paleo cookie dough ball being held between fingers with more in a bowl.
Homemade Cookie Dough Bites. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Soft and chewy, these no-bake cookie dough protein bites taste like you’re licking batter off a spoon and whipped up in just 5-minutes!
Get the Recipe: Homemade Cookie Dough Bites

Almond Flour Lemon Cookies

A batch of almond flour lemon cookies cooling on a wire rack.
Almond Flour Lemon Cookies. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Looking for a zesty twist on your gluten-free cookie game? Look no further than this Almond Flour Lemon Cookies recipe! These soft and chewy treats are bursting with tangy lemon flavor, making them a sweet way to brighten up your day.
Get the Recipe: Almond Flour Lemon Cookies

Protein cookie dough with chocolate chips in a white ramekin on a wooden cutting board with cookie dough around it.
Chocolate chip cookie dough. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Made with a blend of peanut butter and chocolate chips, this high-protein cookie dough is the perfect way to bust a craving at 36 of protein!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate chip cookie dough

Candy Corn Cookies

A stack of candy corn cookies on a white plate.
Candy Corn Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Adorable candy corn cookies! These chewy cookies have candy corn inside and on top. Celebrate the season with a cookie that is tasty but not spooky.
Get the Recipe: Candy Corn Cookies

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