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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls!

  • Author: Lorena
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12-15 protein balls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These no-bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls are the perfect sweet treat packed with protein! Soft, chewy, and dipped in rich chocolate, they taste just like cookie dough but with a healthy twist. Easy to make and great for meal prep!

Ingredients

Scale

  • 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 the Chocolate 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.

Equipment

Notes

  • Protein Powder: Vanilla protein powder enhances the cookie dough flavor.
  • Nut Butter Options: Cashew butter gives the creamiest texture, but almond or sunflower seed butter work too.
  • Chocolate Melting Tip: Use coconut oil for a smooth, shiny finish.
  • Vegan Option: Swap for plant-based protein, non-dairy milk, and dairy-free chocolate.
  • Storage: Keep in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Chill Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 2mg

Keywords: chocolate chip cookie dough, protein balls, protein bites, healthy snack, no bake dessert, cookie dough protein balls, healthy cookie dough, easy protein balls, vegan protein balls, gluten-free protein balls

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