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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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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time (Optional) 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy Treats
Calories: 125
Ingredients Equipment Method

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

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

Method
 

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