These Protein Red Velvet Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional holiday treats. Perfect for Christmas baking, these cookies combine the rich flavor of red velvet with a healthy twist, making them ideal for fitness enthusiasts looking for low sugar cookies and high protein desserts.

With their chewy texture and festive appearance, these cookies are not only delicious but also make great fitness treats for your holiday gatherings.

Healthy Red Velvet Thumbprint Cookies

These red velvet cookies are made with protein-rich ingredients, ensuring you can enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt. They take about 25 minutes to prepare and bake, yielding a batch perfect for sharing during the holiday season.

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor)
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred low sugar sweetener
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring
• 1/4 cup sugar-free jam or jelly for filling

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine almond flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, erythritol, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the egg, applesauce, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Create Thumbprint: Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to create an indentation in the center of each cookie.
7. Fill with Jam: Spoon a small amount of sugar-free jam into each indentation.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 cookies
• Calories: 120kcal
• Fat: 5g
• Protein: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 10g