WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE:

Dr. Mike’s Power Cookies are one of the most popular recipes in the 17 Day Diet lifestyle.

They are so versatile that you can have them for breakfast, dessert or a snack – your choice!

The best part? You can customize Dr. Mike’s Power Cookie and make it your own.

So, if you don’t like dried cherries, use any dried fruit you prefer; cranberries, blueberries, raisins, etc.

When you look at the ingredient list, don’t get discouraged.  You may see ingredients that aren’t listed on the food list for the 17 Day Diet cycle you’re currently on…that’s ok.

You see, Dr. Mike believes that enjoying treats in moderation is fine.  In fact, it helps you stay consistent on the 17 Day Diet.

Remember, this is about a lifestyle change rather than a short-lived diet that would be hard to maintain.

So, mix up a batch of Dr. Mike’s Power Cookies and enjoy these healthy treats.

NOTES:

Each Dr. Mike’s Power Cookie supplies 128 calories and can be enjoyed on the Activate, Achieve and Arrive Cycles for breakfast or as a snack.

Each cookie counts as 1 protein and 1 all-natural starch for the 17 Day Diet.

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Dr. Mike’s Power Cookies Recipe

There's a reason why Dr. Mike's Power Cookies recipe is so popular - they are high fiber, high protein, low fat and absolutely delicious! Whether you want a quick snack, a boost to your breakfast, or are looking for a new dessert, the Dr. Mike's Power Cookie will be your new go-to treat.

Course

Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine

Dessert, Snack

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

18 minutes

Servings

Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 tablespoons almond paste 1 tsp of almond extract can be substituted for the almond paste.
• 1 tablespoon flaxseed oil Olive Oil can be used in place of flaxseed oil.
• 10 packets of Truvia
• ¼ cup agave nectar
• 1 large egg
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• ¾ cup whole wheat flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ cup vanilla whey powder
• 2 cups oats
• 1 cup dried cherries
• ½ cup sliced almonds

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack Cuisine Dessert, Snack Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 18 minutes Servings Cookies Ingredients 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce 2 tablespoons almond paste 1 tsp of almond extract can be substituted for the almond paste. 1 tablespoon flaxseed oil Olive Oil can be used in place of flaxseed oil. 10 packets of Truvia ¼ cup agave nectar 1 large egg ½ teaspoon vanilla ¾ cup whole wheat flour ½ teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper ½ cup vanilla whey powder 2 cups oats 1 cup dried cherries ½ cup sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Beat together applesauce, almond paste, flaxseed oil, Truvia, and agave nectar.
3. Beat in egg and vanilla. Mix well.
4. Add flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, pepper and whey powder. Beat thoroughly.
5. Stir in oats, cherries and almonds. Mix well.
6. Divide dough so that you have 18 cookies.
7. Drop the batter by large tablespoons onto a cookie sheet that has been sprayed with vegetable cooking spray.
8. Flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon.
9. Bake 16 to 18 minutes or until brown.
10. Remove from oven. Cool and store in a plastic container.

Recipe Notes

Substitutions:

• Use 1 tsp of almond extract for the almond paste.
• Replace flaxseed oil with olive oil
• Add your own favorite dried fruit and/or nut combination!

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