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Cookie Dough High Protein Balls

Cookie Dough High Protein Balls

Cookie Dough High Protein Balls are the perfect guilt-free treat for satisfying your sweet cravings while fueling your body. These delightful no-bake balls are packed with protein, making them an ideal snack for busy days, post-workout recovery, or a healthy dessert option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter, cashew butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 2 tablespoons milk dairy or non-dairy of choice, add more if needed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips dairy-free if needed
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or sprinkles for rolling (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Plate or Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the rolled oats and protein powder. Stir them together thoroughly until well combined.
    1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
  2. To the bowl with the dry ingredients, add the natural peanut butter, maple syrup (or honey), milk, and vanilla extract.
    1/4 cup natural peanut butter, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  3. Using a sturdy spoon or spatula, begin mixing the ingredients. Continue to mix and stir until a thick, dough-like consistency forms. If the mixture seems too dry and crumbly, add an additional teaspoon or two of milk, one at a time, until it comes together. If it seems too wet, add a tablespoon of oats or protein powder.
    1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder, 1/4 cup natural peanut butter, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  4. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
    1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  5. Take about a tablespoon of the cookie dough mixture at a time and roll it firmly between your palms to form small, uniform balls.
  6. If desired, you can roll the finished balls in chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or sprinkles for added texture and visual appeal.
    1/4 cup chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or sprinkles
  7. Place the rolled Cookie Dough High Protein Balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Can also be frozen for up to three months.