Description

Enjoy these delicious Cookie Dough Protein Balls that perfectly satisfy your sweet cravings while providing a healthy boost of protein. Made with vanilla protein powder, chocolate chips, and natural sweeteners, these no-bake treats are easy to make and perfect for a quick snack or post-workout fuel.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

1 cup vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup chocolate chips (substitute with dark chocolate for richer taste)
1/2 cup maple syrup (alternatives: honey or agave syrup)
1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter (swap for sun butter to keep it nut-free)

Optional Add-ins

Dried fruit (for natural sweetness)
Chopped nuts (for crunch and healthy fats)
Seeds (to boost nutritional value)

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: 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, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
Form Balls: Take small sections of the dough and roll them into balls approximately 1 inch in diameter. This process should yield about 12 Cookie Dough Protein Balls, perfect for snacking.
Chill: Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to set and firm up.
Store: After chilling, remove the balls from the refrigerator and transfer them to an airtight container. Store them in the fridge to maintain freshness and enjoy whenever you want.

Notes

You can customize these protein balls by adding dried fruit, chopped nuts, or seeds for extra flavor and nutrition.
For a nut-free version, use sun butter instead of peanut or almond butter.
These protein balls do not require baking, making them a quick and easy no-cook snack.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snacks
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cookie dough protein balls, protein snacks, no-bake protein balls, healthy snacks, sweet cravings, vanilla protein powder