Description
This Protein Cookie Dough Recipe is the perfect sweet snack when you want something that feels like dessert but works like a protein boost. With over 30 grams of protein per batch, this no-bake, 5-minute treat is safe to eat raw and tastes just like real cookie dough—without the sugar crash. Great for post-workout fuel, meal prep, or when you’re just craving something good and a little gooey.
Ingredients
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1 scoop (about 30g) vanilla or chocolate protein powder
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2 tbsp nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
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1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey
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1 tbsp almond flour (or oat flour)
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1–2 tbsp milk (any kind—dairy or plant-based)
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1 tbsp mini chocolate chips
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Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
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In a small bowl, stir together protein powder, almond flour, and salt.
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Add the nut butter and maple syrup. Stir until crumbly.
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Slowly add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough is soft and scoopable.
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Fold in chocolate chips.
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Taste and adjust sweetness or salt if desired.
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Enjoy immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes for a firmer cookie dough texture.
Notes
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Use a protein powder you love the taste of—it’s the main flavor!
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For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter.
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If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more almond flour.
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Chill before serving for a classic cookie dough feel.
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Great for meal prep—double the batch and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Protein Cookie Dough Recipe