Muscle-Building Protein Cookie Dough Bites

Serves 6 · 15 min prep

Estimate for one serving

• 195 cal
• 14g protein
• 12g carbs
• 11g fat

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Ingredients

• 1 cup vanilla whey or plant protein powder
• 3/4 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 to 3 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
• 1/3 cup mini dark chocolate chips
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch pinch of salt

Instructions

1. 1In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the protein powder, almond flour, and salt until no lumps remain.
2. 2Add the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir with a sturdy spatula until a thick, crumbly dough starts to form.
3. 3Drizzle in almond milk one tablespoon at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, until the dough holds together when pressed and feels like edible cookie dough—not sticky or dry.
4. 4Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly so every bite gets chocolate.
5. 5Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough and roll firmly between your palms into 18 even balls.
6. 6Place the bites on a parchment-lined plate or small sheet pan.
7. 7Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes so they firm up and the flavors meld; for a firmer texture, freeze 15 minutes.
8. 8Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze up to 1 month. Enjoy cold straight from the fridge as a post-workout sweet or late-night muscle-friendly treat.