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Edible Protein Cookie Dough Recipe

A creamy, edible protein cookie dough recipe that satisfies your sweet tooth while meeting your macro goals. Perfect for meal prepping, post-workout snacks, or healthy indulgence!
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy Treats
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time (Optional): 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 125kcal
Cost: 10$

Equipment

  • 1 Food processor (To blend cottage cheese to a smooth texture)
  • 2 Mixing bowls (One for dry ingredients and one for wet ingredients)
  • 1 Rubber spatula (For mixing the dough)
  • 1 Measuring cups/spoons (To measure ingredients accurately)
  • 1 Cookie Scoop (For portioning the dough into bites or bars)
  • 1 Storage containers (To store the dough in the fridge/freezer)

Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup Vanilla protein powder - Whey-casein blend recommended
  • ½ cup Cottage cheese - Blended until smooth
  • ¼ cup Almond flour - For texture and consistency
  • 2 tablespoon Natural sweetener - Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extrac - For flavor
  • ⅛ teaspoon Salt - Balances sweetness
  • 3 tablespoon Greek yogurt - Adds creaminess and protein
  • 3 tablespoon Chocolate chips - Dark or sugar-free chips optional

Instructions 

  • Process cottage cheese until smooth, then add Greek yogurt and blend until creamy. Set aside.
  • In a bowl, whisk together protein powder, almond flour, natural sweetener, and salt.
  • Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Add vanilla extract and fold gently until a dough forms.
  • Do not overmix to preserve the texture.
  • Fold chocolate chips or other mix-ins into the dough.
  • Scoop into portions using a cookie scoop or shape into bars.
  • Chill for 15 minutes if desired for firmer texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 50g | Calories: 125kcal (6%) | Carbohydrates: 6g (2%) | Protein: 10g (20%) | Fat: 6g (9%) | Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 10mg (3%) | Sodium: 100mg (4%) | Potassium: 150mg (4%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 25IU (1%) | Calcium: 50mg (5%) | Iron: 0.5mg (3%)