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A white bowl filled with scoops of chocolate chip protein cookie dough, placed on a wooden surface with a white cloth in the background.
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Protein Cookie Dough

This edible Protein Cookie Dough is the perfect post-workout snack or dessert for your sweet tooth. Ready in 2 minutes without baking, this keto recipe has only 3 ingredients–no sugar, no flour, but with a whopping 33 g of protein!
Prep Time2 minutes
Total Time2 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: High Protein, Keto, Low calorie, Low carb, Vegan
Keyword: chocolate, peanut butter, protein powder
Servings: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup (30 g) protein powder vanilla recommended, see notes
  • 1 ½ tbsp peanut butter sub with almond butter or cashew butter
  • 1 ½ to 2 tbsp Greek yogurt to consistency, see notes
  • 2 tsp chocolate chips sugar-free

Optional Ingredients

  • a pinch of salt if using unsalted peanut butter
  • 1 to 2 tsp maple syrup for sweeter cookie dough or if using unflavored protein powder

Instructions

  • If the peanut butter is thick, place it in a bowl and microwave for 15-30 minutes until it reaches a creamy texture.
  • In a medium bowl, combine protein powder with peanut butter and 1 ½ tablespoon of Greek yogurt. For a sweeter cookie dough or if using unflavored protein powder, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of maple syrup.
    A dollop of thick Greek yogurt sitting on top of protein powder and peanut butter in a bowl.
  • Using a fork or rubber spatula, start mixing until the dough reaches a smooth consistency. Depending on protein powder used, you may need to add extra Greek yogurt until doughy.
    A golden spoon beginning to mix protein powder, peanut butter, Greek yogurt, and chocolate chips.
  • Fold through the chocolate chips.
    A smooth and creamy protein cookie dough being stirred in a bowl with a golden spoon.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for a firmer texture.

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Notes

  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or in the fridge before eating.
  • Protein powder choice: Whey makes the dough smooth and creamy, casein creates a thicker, doughier texture, and vegan protein may need extra yogurt or peanut butter.
  • Fixing consistency: If too sticky, add a teaspoon of oat flour or extra protein powder; if too dry or crumbly, mix in more Greek yogurt or a splash of milk until smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 294.6kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.3g | Protein: 33.5g | Fat: 15.4g | Saturated Fat: 4.6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.2g | Cholesterol: 51.5mg | Sodium: 59.2mg | Potassium: 243.9mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 5.1g | Vitamin A: 81.2IU | Calcium: 141.1mg | Iron: 2.9mg