Description
These High-Protein Cookie Dough Bites are the perfect healthy snack or dessert that combines the classic taste of cookie dough with the nutritional boost of protein powder. Ready in just 40 minutes, these no-bake bites are easy to make and ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping you fueled with protein-rich ingredients.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1/3 cup (40 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (53 g) packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons nut butter
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
Instructions
- Heat the flour: Place the flour in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave it in 15-second increments, stirring between each, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the flour reads 160°F, about 45 to 60 seconds total. This step is important to make the flour safe to eat raw.
- Mix the dough: In a large bowl, use a spatula to stir together the light brown sugar, nut butter, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. Add the heated flour, protein powder, whole milk, and kosher salt to the mixture and mix until a dough forms. Finally, fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Form the bites: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, scoop out portions of dough approximately 1 1/2 tablespoons each. Roll each portion into a ball with your hands and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the bites: Refrigerate the cookie dough bites on the parchment-lined baking sheet for at least 30 minutes or until they are chilled and firm enough to handle. This helps the flavors meld and improves the texture.
- Make ahead and storage: These cookie dough bites can be made up to 1 week in advance. Transfer them to an airtight container and keep refrigerated to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Heating the flour is essential to eliminate potential harmful bacteria and make the bites safe to eat raw.
- You can substitute nut butter based on your preference (e.g., almond butter, peanut butter, or cashew butter).
- For a dairy-free option, replace unsalted butter and whole milk with plant-based alternatives.
- Mini chocolate chips add a nice contrast in texture and flavor, but you can also use other mix-ins like chopped nuts or dried fruit.
- Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week for best taste and safety.