The flavor you love from the dough of your favorite cookie recipes but without any raw eggs or flour, this protein packed cookie dough is a delicious and satisfying snack. You just need a handful of ingredients and a single mixing bowl to make this healthier treat.
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Whenever we used to make cookies with my grandma's growing up, my sister and I always agreed that the dough was the best part.
We especially loved the creamed butter and sugar mixture prior to adding the eggs and flour and would sneak bites when Grandma was turned around.
In fact, one time, we snuck so many bites of the sugar-butter dough that the cookies didn't even turn out- whoops!
Now that I'm more aware of nutrition, I still love the taste of cookie dough, but sometimes don't want an all out sugar + butter treat (though I have tasted oat flour oatmeal cookie dough from time to time- for quality control of course 😉 ).
Instead, I like to enjoy my "cookie dough" in the form of a more filling and protein packed treat. (These cookie dough protein bars are another great option).
While this protein cookie dough may not taste exactly like real cookie dough, I find it is pretty close!
And I love that it doesn't have raw eggs or flour to worry about (neither does cookie dough hummus)that it is packed with protein and fibre which makes it a filling snack (that dresses like a treat!) and that it is so easy to make.
The Ingredients
- Almond Butter- Macadamia Nut Butter, cashew butter, peanut butter or sunflower seed (for nut free) are great options, too. Check out this post on Almond Butter Substitutes for more info.
- Maple Syrup- Honey or agave nectar will also work but I really like the caramel maple flavor in the dough. You can see this post for more substitutions.
- Pea Protein Isolate + Brown Rice Protein- You can use your favorite plain or vanilla protein powder (whey, vegan, etc.) but note that different powders absorb moisture differently so you'll have to adjust the water accordingly.
- Why Pea Protein and Brown Rice Protein? While I do sometimes use just one or the other, most often, I try to use a combination. On their own, neither has a complete protein profile but when combined, the composition of amino acids is more balanced.
- And check out this list for more Pea Protein Powder Recipes.
- Vanilla Extract
- Salt- A little bit of salt enhances and brings the flavors together.
- Water- You'll need to add a little bit of water to achieve the right consistency.
- Cacao Nibs- Rich in antioxidants, cacao nibs add a bit of crunch and extra chocolate flavor. You can use mini chocolate chips or another mix-in instead.
The Method
1. Mix wet ingredients. Stir together the almond butter, syrup and vanilla.
2. Stir in powder. Mix in the salt and protein powder, adding water as needed.
3. Add mix ins. Stir in the cacao nibs (or another add in of choice).
4. Enjoy!
Leftovers and Storage
To Store: Store leftover edible cookie dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month (I like to freeze it in individual portions or roll into balls).
*To avoid leftovers, you can change the serving size to "1" and the recipe card will automatically adjust the measurements for you.
Make it Your Own
- Peanut Butter Cookie Dough- Use peanut butter in place of almond to mimic your favorite peanut butter cookie's batter.
- Different Mix Ins- Instead of the cocoa nibs, you can use dark chocolate chips (I would use minis), chopped nuts, coconut flakes or another favorite add in.
- Make Protein Balls- Scoop out 1-2 tablespoon of mixture, roll into balls and place on a lined baking sheet. Freeze for at least 30 minutes and then move into a container. You can lightly wet your hands as you go so that it doesn't stick to you. (Or make Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls).
- Protein Bars- Check out this recipe which feature the same ingredients in slightly different ratios to help them hold a bar shape.
This recipe was created to be eaten raw and cannot be baked. If you'd like to make cookies, try one of these oat flour cookies instead.
Tips and Notes
- Consistency: The protein powder used will affect the consistency so add enough water to achieve your desired thickness.
- Nutrition: The type of protein powder used may affect the amount the grams of protein per serving. The nutrition label on the recipe card is an estimate based on using half pea protein isolate and half brown rice protein powder.
And if you liked this recipe...
...you might also like:
- Edible Brownie Batter
- Chocolate Protein Balls
- Cookie Dough Protein Bars
- Almond Butter Protein Balls (5 Ways!)
Recipe Card
Protein Cookie Dough
Ingredients
- ¼ cup almond butter
- ¼ cup protein powder I used half plain pea protein isolate and half brown rice protein; you can use vanilla flavored as well
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoon cacao nibs or another mix in of choice
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, stir together the almond butter, syrup and vanilla.
- Mix in the salt and protein powder, adding water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Stir in the cacao nibs (or another add in of choice) and enjoy!
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