Description
This Protein-Packed Cookie Dough Delight is a healthy, no-bake treat that combines the rich flavors of protein powder, chickpeas, peanut butter, and chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick snack or dessert, this recipe is easy to prepare in just minutes using a food processor. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence packed with protein and flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1 can chickpeas (about 15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or nut/seed butter of choice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Sweetener of choice, to taste (such as maple syrup, honey, or stevia)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or sugar-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a food processor, add the protein powder, chickpeas, nut butter, salt, vanilla extract, and your chosen sweetener. Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the cookie dough mixture and adjust the sweetness by adding more sweetener if desired. Blend briefly to incorporate any additions.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Remove the mixture from the food processor and stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the cookie dough immediately or refrigerate for a firmer texture. Indulge in this protein-packed, guilt-free treat!
Notes
- You can substitute chickpeas with white beans for a milder taste.
- For a nut-free version, use seed butter such as sunflower seed butter.
- Use sugar-free chocolate chips to keep the recipe lower in sugar.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This recipe makes about 3.3 cups of cookie dough, perfect for sharing or multiple servings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
