For the Cookies:
– 1 cup almond flour
– 1/2 cup oat flour
– 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder (I like Promix! Code HEALTHYHELPER10 saves 10%.)
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sweetener of choice (I use NuNaturals…code HEALTHYHELPER saves $$)
– 1 large egg
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 tsp baking soda
– 1/4 tsp salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup powdered sweetener of choice (like Stevia or erythritol)
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Blueberry Jam:
– 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
– 2 tbsp chia seeds
– 2-3 tbsp sweetener of choice (to taste)
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
Making the Blueberry Jam:
1. In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sweetener, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the blueberries break down, about 10 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and stir in chia seeds. Let the mixture sit until it thickens, about 5-10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Preparing the Cookies:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sweetener until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, oat flour, protein powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, forming 12 evenly sized balls. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Cream Cheese Frosting:
1. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the powdered sweetener and vanilla extract, beating until well combined and smooth.
Assembling the Cookies:
1. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on top of each one.
2. Add a spoonful of the blueberry jam on top of the frosting.
3. Enjoy your healthy, high-protein Blueberry Cheesecake Crumbl Cookies!