September 18, 2026

Stacey Hatfield

Stacey is a Melbourne based Qualified Nutritionist and Accredited Health Coach. Her personal health journey started due to a never ending cycle of having digestive issues, skin problems, a lack of energy, low immunity, moodiness and unwanted excess weight. She began to remove toxins out of her life and embraced natural living. She is extremely passionate about reducing the toxic load on our bodies and realised that it doesn’t have to be SO complicated. Feeling great is what mother nature intended for us! Learn more: naturalspoonfuls.com.au/

Vanilla Bean Protein & Pecan Cookies

Bake a batch of soft, nutty Vanilla Bean Protein & Pecan Cookies made with buckwheat flour, Pure Vanilla Bean Protein, toasted pecans, and coconut sugar. A delicious gluten-free treat with bakery-style flavor and a satisfying protein boost.

Bake the Ultimate Treat: Vanilla Bean Protein & Pecan Cookies

Who says healthy treats have to taste like cardboard? If you've been searching for a cookie that hits the sweet spot between wholesome fuel and decadent bakery-style goodness, stop scrolling.
These Vanilla Bean Protein & Pecan Cookies are rich, nutty, perfectly soft-baked, and packed with high-quality protein to keep you satisfied.

Why These Cookies Are Top-Tier

Gluten-Free Flour Power: Buckwheat flour gives these cookies a warm, earthy flavor while keeping them completely gluten-free.
Warm Vanilla Flavor: Infused with our Signature Pure Vanilla Bean Protein for a sweet, comforting flavor boost in every bite.
Nutty Crunch: Toasted pecans add healthy fats and that irresistible buttery crunch.
Naturally Sweetened: Caramel-like coconut sugar keeps things sweet without refined sugar spikes.

VANILLA BEAN PROTEIN & PECAN COOKIES

Servings: 14 cookies approx.

Ingredients:
1 cup Buckwheat Flour
1/3 cup Pure Vanilla Bean Protein
1⁄4 cup Coconut Sugar
1 tsp Baking Powder
Pinch Salt
1 Free-Range Egg, whisked
125g (or 1⁄2 cup) Grass-Fed Butter, melted
1/3 cup Pecans, roughly chopped
Coconut Butter, melted (optional)

Method:
1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees conventional and prepare a baking tray.
2. Sift buckwheat, protein powder, sugar, baking powder and salt into a mixing bowl.
3. Pour in egg and butter and stir to combine.
4. Fold through pecans.
5. Spoonful mixture on to baking tray in one tablespoon dollops.
6. Bake in oven for 10-12 minutes until browned on top.
7. Allow to cool on tray for a further 5 minutes.
8. Drizzle with coconut butter and enjoy!

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Chris Johns

Owner, Australian Natural Protein Company

Owner 25+ Years, Australian Army Veteran-Owned Business

Chris Johns is the owner of Australian Natural Protein Company, a proudly Australian and veteran-owned business. He took over the business in 2020 from a team of exercise scientists who were also passionate foodies, believing that great nutrition should never come at the expense of great taste. Chris has served in the Australian Army for more than 25 years as a decorated officer in the Royal Australian Engineers, with service including United Nations peacekeeping operations, the Middle East and multiple other deployments and activities. His military career has shaped the values that underpin the business: discipline, resilience, honesty, and commitment to excellence. When he's not working, you'll usually find Chris spending time with his family, getting outdoors, or thinking about how to make healthy living simpler and more enjoyable. He believes the best nutrition is the kind you'll actually look forward to having every day, and that philosophy is reflected in everything Australian Natural Protein Company creates.