Clean-eating approved, low carb, and protein-packed, these healthy energy bites taste like chocolate chip cookie dough but are made entirely from wholesome, good-for-you ingredients. As someone who mutates into Oscar the Grouch when she’s hungry, I’m constantly looking for easy, healthy snack ideas. Call it hanger-management. These cookie dough protein balls are everything I could ask for in a healthy snack:
Quick and Easy. We’re talking one bowl, no baking. Like my reader favorite Energy Balls recipe, you don’t need to use a food processor.Low in Sugar. Just 1 ½ tablespoons of honey is all you need to sweeten these protein balls, so they are good for you and will help you avoid energy crashes.High Protein. These pack 7+ grams of protein per ball, which is impressive for a from-scratch recipe. One or two of these keeps me full.TOTALLY DELISH. Did I mention that they taste like chocolate chip cookie dough?
How to Make High Protein Balls
Not all protein balls or energy balls are good for you. Many recipes are so sugar packed, they are better enjoyed for dessert. Further, if energy balls are low in fiber or protein, they’ll often hide a large number of calories, without actually filling you up. With all of my energy ball and energy bar recipes, I keep the added sugars to a minimum, use natural ingredients, and pack in as much protein and fiber as possible. These protein balls are no exception!
The Ingredients
Vanilla Protein Powder. Protein powder is not just for serious weightlifters or that guy at the gym whose t-shirt is too tight. I regularly add protein powder to my smoothies and no bake recipes like this one to make them more satisfying and ensure my body has the fuel it needs. You do not need to worry that it will make you bulk up, trust me!
Coconut Flour. This once-trendy ingredient is now mainstream. Coconut flour can be used instead of oats in protein balls. It’s incredibly high in fiber, protein, and gives a rich texture to baked goods—or, in the case of these protein balls, to no-bake goods. Use it to make any of these coconut flour recipes.
Nut Butter. More protein, along with heart-healthy fats. Also, soooooo tasty. Feel free to swap peanut butter instead (what I use in my go-to Peanut Butter Protein Bars).Honey. Just 1 ½ tablespoons is all you need.
The Directions
Storage Tips
To Store. Refrigerate protein balls for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator (really, I feel these last practically indefinitely but we never have them around that long!). I love eating these right out of the refrigerator, but you can let them stand at room temperature first if you prefer.To Freeze. Place the energy balls in an airtight storage container or ziptop bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe
Mixing Bowls. A trusty set to keep in your kitchen.Liquid Ingredient Measuring Cups. I love that these are dishwasher and microwave safe.Measuring Spoons. These are a breeze to store. The two sides means you can wash them less when in the midst of making a recipe too.
When a recipe is as yummy and EASY as these cookie dough protein balls, healthy snacking is deliciously fun.
Dark Chocolate Chips. Hello, antioxidants. And chocolate.Unsweetened Almond Milk. To help hold the protein balls together.
Leave a rating below in the comments and let me know how you liked the recipe. I’m completely addicted to these cookie dough protein balls, and I hope that you love them just as much. Whether you are looking for an on-the-go snack, a post-workout reward, or a sweet after-dinner treat, these bites have you covered.
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