High-Protein Cookie Dough Bites (Print Version)

No-bake chocolate chip bites rich in protein, perfect for a quick energy boost and satisfying snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup natural almond or peanut butter
03 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Protein

05 - 1/2 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder

→ Mix-Ins

06 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
07 - Pinch of sea salt

# How to Make It:

01 - In a food processor, pulse the rolled oats until they reach a coarse flour consistency.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine the oat flour, protein powder, and sea salt.
03 - Add the nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until a thick dough forms.
04 - Fold in the chocolate chips.
05 - Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls using your hands.
06 - Place the bites on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes to firm up, if desired.
07 - Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • They taste like cookie dough but won't sabotage your energy levels or leave you feeling sluggish.
  • Ten minutes of work means you've got snacks ready for the entire week without any baking stress.
02 -
  • Don't skip the salt pinch no matter how small it seems, because it's what makes people say these taste like real cookie dough instead of a protein bar.
  • Your protein powder brand matters more than you'd think, so taste the dough before rolling if you're using a new one and adjust the honey if it needs sweetening.
03 -
  • If your dough feels too crumbly, add a tablespoon of nut butter at a time until it holds together, because different brands of oats absorb moisture differently.
  • Room temperature hands roll better bites than cold hands, so run yours under warm water before starting if you're struggling with the shaping.
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