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Cookie Dough Protein Balls

Cookie Dough Protein Balls That Satisfy Your Sweet Cravings

Delicious and nutritious Cookie Dough Protein Balls that satisfy your sweet cravings while providing essential protein.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup vanilla protein powder Use any brand of vanilla protein powder for muscle recovery.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Substitute with dark chocolate for richer taste.
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup Honey or agave syrup can be used as alternatives.
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter Swap for sun butter to keep it nut-free.
For Optional Mix-ins
  • dried fruit Add for natural sweetness.
  • chopped nuts Include for crunch and healthy fats.
  • seeds Boosts nutritional value.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of vanilla protein powder, ½ cup of chocolate chips, ½ cup of maple syrup, and ½ cup of peanut butter. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms.
  2. Take small sections of the dough and roll them into balls around 1 inch in diameter, yielding about 12 Cookie Dough Protein Balls.
  3. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Remove the balls from the refrigerator and transfer them to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 11gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gCalcium: 3mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Great for a quick snack or post-workout recovery, adjust mix-ins to your preference for variety.

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