Description
These Cookie Dough Protein Balls are a perfect sweet treat that combines the flavors of classic cookie dough with a healthy protein boost. Made with vanilla protein powder, chocolate chips, maple syrup, and peanut butter, they offer a satisfying snack that supports muscle recovery and keeps cravings at bay. Easy to prepare without baking, they are great for on-the-go energy and can be customized with dried fruits, nuts, and seeds for added texture and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter
Optional Add-ins
- Dried fruit (as desired)
- Chopped nuts (as desired)
- Seeds (as desired)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of vanilla protein powder, 1/2 cup of chocolate chips, 1/2 cup of maple syrup, and 1/2 cup of peanut or almond butter. Mix thoroughly until the mixture forms a cohesive dough.
- Form Balls: Take small portions of the dough and roll them between your palms into balls approximately 1 inch in diameter, aiming for about 12 protein balls in total.
- Chill: Arrange the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- Store: Once chilled, transfer the protein balls to an airtight container for storage. Keep refrigerated to maintain freshness and enjoy as a quick, nutritious snack.
Notes
- You can substitute dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
- Use honey or agave syrup in place of maple syrup if preferred.
- Swap peanut butter for sun butter to make this nut-free.
- Add dried fruits, chopped nuts, or seeds for extra texture and nutritional benefits.
- Store protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cookie dough protein balls, no-bake protein snacks, healthy protein balls, vanilla protein powder snack, easy protein balls, sweet protein snack
