Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls, a no-bake treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while packing a protein punch. These soft and chewy bites mimic the rich flavor of cookie dough, but with a healthier twist—perfect for any occasion. Whether you need a quick snack, a post-workout boost, or a guilt-free dessert, these protein-packed balls are versatile and easy to prepare. In under an hour, you can whip up a batch and enjoy them chilled or at room temperature. Plus, they’re ideal for meal prep; simply store them in the fridge for nutritious snacks throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour (or oat flour)
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup cashew butter (or nut butter of choice)
- 2–3 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips (for coating)
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, protein powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix cashew butter, milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients; mix until fully combined.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips evenly.
- Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on parchment-lined plate.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave.
- Dip each ball in melted chocolate; tap off excess.
- Sprinkle extra mini chocolate chips on top before refrigerating until set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg