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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls! Recipe

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls! Recipe
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Delicious and healthy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls made with almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and nut butter. These no-bake protein-packed bites are coated in melted chocolate and sprinkled with mini chocolate chips, perfect as a snack or dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth while boosting your protein intake.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour (or oat flour)
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (whey, casein, or plant-based)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup cashew butter (or almond/sunflower seed butter)
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

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 fully combined.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the cashew butter, 2 tablespoons of milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  3. Combine: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredient bowl and stir until a dough forms and all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  4. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently mix in the 1/4 cup of mini chocolate chips to distribute evenly throughout the dough.
  5. Adjust Consistency: If the dough feels too dry, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of milk gradually, about 1 teaspoon at a time, until the dough becomes slightly sticky but still firm enough to hold its shape.
  6. Shape: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined plate or tray.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate the shaped balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  8. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the milk chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
  9. Dip: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each protein ball into the melted chocolate, coating it evenly, then tap off the excess chocolate back into the bowl.
  10. Sprinkle & Set: Immediately sprinkle extra mini chocolate chips on top of each coated ball and place them back on the parchment-lined surface. Refrigerate again for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate coating hardens.
  11. Serve & Store: Enjoy these protein balls chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

  • You can substitute almond flour with oat flour for a different texture.
  • Use any vanilla protein powder of choice depending on dietary preference (whey, casein, or plant-based).
  • Choose your favorite nut or seed butter such as almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter.
  • Adjust the milk quantity to achieve a slightly sticky dough consistency for easier rolling.
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based protein powder and maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Store these protein balls in the fridge to keep them fresh and maintain texture.

Nutrition

Keywords: Chocolate Chip Protein Balls, Protein Snack, No-Bake Protein Balls, Healthy Dessert, Almond Flour Snack

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