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Healthy Cookie Dough (High-Protein, No-Bake)

Healthy Cookie Dough (High-Protein, No-Bake)
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Healthy Cookie Dough (High-Protein, No-Bake) is a quick, delicious, and nutritious treat perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without guilt. Packed with protein and made from clean, natural ingredients, this no-bake recipe is customizable, gluten-free, and ready in minutes, ideal for a snack or energy boost anytime.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor)
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut or almond butter)
  • 3 tbsp natural sweetener (maple syrup or honey)
  • 3–4 tbsp unsweetened plant milk (almond, soy, oat, etc.)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup protein powder, 1 cup almond flour, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until all dry ingredients are evenly blended, setting the foundation for a smooth dough.
  2. Add Nut Butter and Sweetener: Add 1/2 cup nut butter along with 3 tablespoons of maple syrup or honey. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to mix until the ingredients start coming together into a sticky, crumbly dough.
  3. Pour in Plant Milk and Vanilla: Slowly drizzle in 3 to 4 tablespoons of unsweetened plant milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract while stirring continuously. Stop once the dough achieves a soft but firm consistency that holds together without being wet.
  4. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips into the dough, distributing them evenly throughout while preserving the classic cookie dough texture and little pockets of sweetness.
  5. Chill or Enjoy Immediately: For firmer dough, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes; otherwise, enjoy immediately with a spoon—the no-bake treat is ready to impress.

Notes

  • Choose a quality protein powder for best taste and texture.
  • Adjust sweetness to taste, starting with less and adding more if needed.
  • Use fresh, natural, and unsweetened nut butter for best flavor and consistency.
  • Don’t overmix to avoid a tough or dense texture.
  • Optional: Add a pinch of sea salt or a splash of espresso powder to enhance flavors.

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