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Cookie Dough Protein Balls

Delicious Cookie Dough Protein Balls for Guilt-Free Snacking

Indulge in these Cookie Dough Protein Balls for a healthy and guilt-free snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Vanilla Protein Powder Feel free to substitute with your preferred brand!
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter or Almond Butter Swap for sun butter for a nut-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup are great alternatives.
For the Goodies
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Opt for dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
  • Dried Fruit (optional) Provides natural sweetness.
  • Chopped Nuts (optional) Try walnuts or pecans for variety.
  • Seeds (optional) Chia or flaxseeds add extra fiber.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Plastic wrap
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add vanilla protein powder, peanut butter, and maple syrup. Stir until blended into a cohesive dough, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  3. Roll the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter, yielding approximately 12 balls.
  4. Place the rolled balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Transfer the refrigerated balls to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 45mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Customize with various mix-ins for added flavor and nutrition. Store in the fridge or freezer for longer shelf life.

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