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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls! Recipe

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls! Recipe
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Delicious and nutritious Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls that are easy to make and perfect as a healthy snack or post-workout treat. Combining almond flour, protein powder, and creamy cashew butter with mini chocolate chips, these no-bake bites are coated in smooth melted chocolate and can be enjoyed chilled.

Ingredients

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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

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, vanilla protein powder, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, stir together cashew butter, 2 tablespoons of milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine: Add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl and mix thoroughly until a dough forms.
  4. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips to evenly distribute them throughout the dough.
  5. Adjust Consistency: If the mixture is too dry, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of milk, or more in 1 teaspoon increments, until the dough is slightly sticky but firm enough to hold shape.
  6. Shape: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined plate or tray.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  8. Melt Chocolate: Microwave milk chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until smooth and fully melted.
  9. Dip: Coat each protein ball thoroughly in the melted chocolate, tapping off any excess.
  10. Sprinkle & Set: Sprinkle extra mini chocolate chips on top of each coated ball, then refrigerate for another 15 to 20 minutes until the chocolate sets.
  11. Serve & Store: Enjoy the protein balls chilled. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Notes

  • You can substitute almond flour with oat flour for a nut-free option.
  • Use any protein powder you prefer – plant-based options work great for vegans.
  • Adjust sweetness by using honey or maple syrup according to your taste.
  • Ensure dough is firm enough to roll but not too dry; add milk gradually.
  • Store protein balls in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate coating firm.
  • These protein balls are freezable for longer storage; thaw before eating.

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