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Protein Cookie Dough Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 4.4 servings
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Protein Cookie Dough is a delicious, no-bake snack packed with protein and flavor. Made with chickpea flour, peanut butter, and vanilla protein powder, this recipe creates a nutritious dough that’s perfect for a quick energy boost or healthy treat. The addition of mini chocolate chips adds the perfect touch of sweetness, making it a guilt-free indulgence.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup chickpea flour
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract


Instructions

  1. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, add chickpea flour, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla protein powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until a smooth and cohesive dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
  2. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the dough, distributing them evenly throughout without breaking them.
  3. Serve or Store: The cookie dough can be enjoyed immediately as a protein-packed snack or transferred to an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
  4. Enjoy Your Snack: Serve the protein cookie dough chilled or at room temperature, making it an easy and nutritious treat any time of the day.

Notes

  • This recipe requires no baking and is perfect for a quick, healthy snack.
  • Store the dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh for up to 3 days.
  • For variation, you can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or any nut/seed butter of your choice.
  • Use a plant-based protein powder to keep the recipe vegan.
  • Chickpea flour provides a high-protein, gluten-free base that adds a mild, nutty flavor.