Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Cookies with Soft Centers (High Protein & Naturally Sweetened)

Thank you so much for being here today! I can’t tell you how excited I am to bring you these Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Cookies with Soft Centers — truly one of the dreamiest, coziest little treats to come out of my kitchen lately. These cookies are naturally sweetened, high in protein, made with wholesome ingredients, and have that irresistible soft-in-the-middle texture that makes every bite feel like a warm hug.

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What These Cookies Are All About

These cookies are the perfect balance of wholesome and indulgent. They use Greek yogurt for protein, peanut butter for healthy fats and chewiness, and oat flour for a tender, soft texture. No refined sugar, no butter, no oil — just real ingredients that come together in the sweetest way.

They’re the kind of cookies you can enjoy with your morning coffee, pack into lunchboxes, or whip up for dessert when your sweet tooth calls but you still want something nourishing.

Why You’ll Love Them

• Soft centers with chewy edges — the perfect texture
• High-protein + refined-sugar-free
• One bowl, no mixer, and ready in minutes
• Gluten-free (with certified GF oat flour)
• Kid-approved and meal-prep friendly
• Freezer-friendly
• Packed with flavor from peanut butter + honey + chocolate chips

These are the cookies that make you say, “Wait… these are healthy??” YES. Yes, they are. And you’re going to love them.

What They Taste Like

Sweet, soft, peanut-buttery bliss.
The honey adds natural sweetness, while Greek yogurt keeps the centers moist and tender. The chocolate chips melt into warm pockets of richness. Each cookie is chewy, soft, and comforting — like a peanut butter cup wrapped in a cookie blanket.

Full Ingredient List

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• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup oat flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/3 cup chocolate chips
• Pinch of salt

Optional add-ins

• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon ground flax
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• Extra chocolate chips on top

Tools You’ll Need

• Mixing bowl
• Spatula
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Cookie scoop or spoon

Suggested Substitutions & Add-Ins

Substitutions

• Peanut butter → almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter
• Honey → maple syrup or agave
• Oat flour → blended rolled oats
• Greek yogurt → plain yogurt or dairy-free yogurt

Add-Ins

• Chopped peanuts
• Cinnamon
• Coconut flakes
• Mini chocolate chips
• Dried fruit

How to Make Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Cookies with Soft Centers

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This recipe is meant to be EASY — throw everything in a bowl, stir, scoop, bake. The kind of recipe you whip up on a weekday morning without thinking twice.

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment.

Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients

In a bowl, mix together:

• Greek yogurt
• Peanut butter
• Honey
• Vanilla

It will look thick, creamy, and a little glossy.

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients

Stir in:

• Oat flour
• Baking powder
• Salt

Use a spatula and mix until fully combined.

Step 4: Add Chocolate Chips

Fold in the chocolate chips.

The dough will be thick and scoopable — exactly what we want.

Step 5: Scoop and Shape

Place cookie dough balls onto your baking sheet.
Flatten slightly with your fingers or a spoon.

Step 6: Bake

Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers still look soft.

These cookies firm up beautifully as they cool, so don’t overbake.

Step 7: Cool

Let cool for at least 10 minutes — they’re soft straight out of the oven.

What to Serve With These Cookies

These pair beautifully with:

• Hot coffee
• Iced latte
• Milk (almond, oat, or dairy)
• Fruit bowls
• Greek yogurt parfait
• Evening tea

They also make a perfect after-workout snack thanks to the protein and healthy fats.

Tips for Perfect Cookies

• Don’t overbake — the secret to soft centers
• Use thick Greek yogurt, not runny
• Use natural peanut butter for best texture
• Chill dough for 10 minutes if it feels too soft
• Top with extra chocolate chips before baking for that bakery look

Storage Instructions

• Room temperature: 2 days
• Refrigerator: 1 week
• Freezer: Up to 3 months

They freeze beautifully — just thaw for 10 minutes or warm up for 10 seconds in the microwave.

General Information

Healthy yogurt cookies like these have roots in modern American health baking, using yogurt for moisture and protein instead of oil or butter. Oat flour adds gentle sweetness and whole-grain goodness, making these cookies both wholesome and deeply satisfying.

They’re ideal for families, meal prep, and anyone who wants a dessert that fuels rather than crashes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I make these dairy-free?
Yes — use dairy-free yogurt and dairy-free chocolate chips.

2. Can I leave out the honey?
You can use maple syrup, but don’t omit sweetener entirely — texture will change.

3. Can I use whole wheat flour?
Not recommended — too dense.

4. My dough seems sticky — is that normal?
Yes! If too sticky, chill for 10 minutes.

5. Can kids eat these?
Absolutely — they’re nutrient-packed and naturally sweetened.

Conclusion

I hope these Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Cookies with Soft Centers become one of your go-to treats. They’re wholesome, cozy, and just sweet enough — the kind of cookie that truly hits the spot.

If you love healthy desserts like this, here are 5 recipes from my site you’ll adore:

• Protein Cookie Dough – https://poulef.com/protein-cookie-dough/
• Healthy Chicken Salad – https://poulef.com/healthy-chicken-salad/
• Protein Pancakes – https://poulef.com/protein-pancakes/
• Cottage Cheese Egg Bites – https://poulef.com/cottage-cheese-egg-bites/
• Avocado Tuna Salad – https://poulef.com/avocado-tuna-salad/

Thank you again for being here and baking with me. Your presence means everything.

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Nutritional Information (Approx. per cookie, 12 cookies)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	125
Protein	4g
Carbs	13g
Fat	6g
Sugar	6g
Fiber	2g
Sodium	50mg

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