Are you in search of an enjoyable snack packed with sweet, protein and fiber-rich treats? Look no further! Try this delectable edible cookie dough recipe that is quick, easy, vegan-friendly, gluten-free & low-carb!
This recipe works well with either whey or casein protein powder and you can also include other add-ins like nuts and chocolate chips to personalize it even further.
Ingredients
Protein cookie dough is an indulgent way to satisfy a sweet craving! Made with only minimal ingredients and high in protein, you can whip it up in minutes and it tastes exactly like the real deal!
Ingredients needed for this healthy no-bake dessert include peanut butter, plant-based vanilla whey protein powder, maple syrup or another natural sweetener, large or mini chocolate chips and any nut butter (I recommend cashew or almond) you prefer for maximum texture and enjoyment. This recipe is vegan-, gluten- and paleo-friendly!
This quick and delicious dessert can be enjoyed as an afternoon snack or an easy dessert, whether served straight up as a quick bite-size treat. Or use it to top ice cream for a protein-packed sundae! Or bake into a low-carb cake. Additionally, it keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge up to five days.
Prep Time
Make this no-bake cookie dough recipe using just three ingredients! It’s gluten free, dairy-free, low carb and vegan-friendly – plus, omitting chocolate chips can reduce calories when using stevia instead of regular sugar as the sweetener!
For this edible cookie dough, the ideal protein powder would be a vanilla-flavored plant-based whey blend such as Quest Vanilla Milkshake or Simply Pro, though any will do. You could also try other types of protein powder or pea protein provided it has been finely ground so as to mix properly.
Salt can help balance out the sweetness in this no-bake protein cookie dough, and adding additional sweetener is up to you and depends on the flavor and sweetness of your protein powder. I like using maple syrup for its natural earthy sweetness; honey or plant-based alternatives work just as well. Lastly, adding baking powder (optional) adds another delicious element.
Cook Time
Utilising only premium quality protein powder is of utmost importance in this recipe. Any whey or vegan protein will work, however some types may require less or more liquid in order to achieve an acceptable cookie dough texture.
Make this treat extra indulgent by starting by mixing all of the dry ingredients in a large bowl, before gradually mixing in wet ones. Play around with what ingredients are on hand: try replacing peanut butter for almond or cashew butter for nut-free options or chocolate chips to increase indulgence!
Once finished, fold in any additional ingredients of your choosing – small amounts should provide an even balance in terms of taste and texture, but feel free to experiment as much as you’d like!
Once all ingredients have been mixed together, simply roll your dough into balls and chill. These treats make an ideal snack or post-workout fuel; keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week for optimal storage!
Total Time
This edible protein powder cookie dough is an easy and quick healthy treat that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! With just six basic ingredients required for its production, this no bake dessert provides 48 grams of protein per serving for only 180 calories!
It takes only 10 minutes to prepare this macro-friendly dessert and 30 minutes for it to set, making it an ideal meal prep choice that you can enjoy throughout the week.
No-bake cookie dough can be enjoyed any way you please: straight up, added to ice cream for a cookie dough sundae, or used as a filling in peanut butter sandwiches.
Change up the flavors by switching out protein powder and nut butter options, or adjust sweetness with different amounts of granulated, powdered or liquid sweeteners like pure maple syrup, honey, agave nectar, regular or coconut sugar, xylitol stevia baking blend or allulose sweeteners.