Easy Protein Cookie Dough Recipe
Making your own protein cookie dough recipe at home isn’t just smart—it’s satisfying. You control the ingredients, the flavors, and the nutrition. No more post-dessert guilt or wondering what’s hidden in the label.
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter or any nut/seed butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 –3 tbsp water or milk adjust for texture
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or sugar-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk peanut butter and maple syrup until smooth.
- Stir in the protein powder until crumbly.
- Add water or milk gradually until a thick, dough-like texture forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes if preferred firmer.
Notes
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For thicker dough, add 1–2 tbsp oat or almond flour.
- Adjust sweetness depending on your protein powder flavor.
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For thicker dough, add 1–2 tbsp oat or almond flour.
- Add-ins like cinnamon, chia seeds, or chopped nuts are great optional extras.
Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 119 mg |
| Calcium | 54 mg |
| Iron | 1 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |