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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls Recipe

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls Recipe
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Indulge in these no-bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls that are packed with flavor and protein, making them a perfect healthy snack or dessert option.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Dough Bites:

  • 1 cup almond flour (or oat flour)
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (whey, casein, or plant-based)
  • 1/4 cup cashew butter (or almond/sunflower seed butter)
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

For Coating:

  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil (or vegetable oil)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, protein powder, and salt.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, stir cashew butter, 2 tbsp milk, honey/maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Combine: Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing well.
  4. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently mix in the mini chocolate chips.
  5. Adjust Consistency: If too dry, add the remaining 1 tbsp milk (or more, 1 tsp at a time) until dough is slightly sticky but firm.
  6. Shape: Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined plate.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Melt Chocolate: Microwave chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
  9. Dip: Coat each protein ball in melted chocolate, tapping off excess.
  10. Sprinkle & Set: Sprinkle extra mini chocolate chips on top, then refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate is set.
  11. Serve & Store: Enjoy chilled! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

  • You can customize these protein balls by using different types of nut butter or adding in extras like chopped nuts or dried fruit.
  • Make sure to use a protein powder you enjoy the taste of, as it will heavily influence the flavor of the final product.

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Keywords: Protein Balls, Cookie Dough, Healthy Snack, No-Bake Dessert, Chocolate Chip, Protein-Packed

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