Wholesome Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls
These protein balls are a quick, easy, and wholesome snack that tastes like cookie dough without the guilt. Perfect for anytime snacking, they combine nut butter, oats, and chocolate chips for a chewy, satisfying treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 15-18 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (125g) natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (45g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup (85g) honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients. Measure out all ingredients precisely.
- Combine the rolled oats, protein powder, ground flaxseed, and salt in a mixing bowl until well mixed.
- Add the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or spatula until sticky and thick. If too dry, add a teaspoon of water or almond milk.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15g) of dough and roll into balls. Place on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper. Makes about 15-18 balls.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
Chilling the balls is essential for firm texture and flavor melding. Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best chewiness. Adjust sweetness to taste. If mixture is too sticky to roll, chill for 10 minutes or wet hands lightly before shaping. Can substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for nut-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball (appr
- Calories: 90100
- Fat: 45
- Carbohydrates: 1012
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 56
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