No-Bake High Protein Cookie Dough Balls
These diabetes-friendly High Protein Cookie Dough Balls are a nutritious snack that offers a delicious way to satisfy your cookie dough cravings while providing a high-protein boost, ideal for snack time or post-workout recovery.
Servings: 30 balls
Calories: 56.2kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats
- ½ cup nut butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup protein powder vanilla
- ¼ cup coconut shredded, unsweetened
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl. Pinch off a small amount and roll into a ball about the size of a shelled walnut.1 cup oats, ½ cup nut butter, 2 tbsp honey, ¼ cup protein powder, ¼ cup coconut, ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- Roll into additional shredded coconut, if desired.
- Refrigerate and store in the fridge.
Cooking Tips
- Consistency adjustment: If the mixture is too dry, add a bit more nut butter or honey to achieve the desired consistency for rolling.
- Alternative sweeteners: For a lower glycemic index, substitute honey with agave syrup or a sugar-free alternative like stevia, adjusting to taste.
- Variety: Feel free to swap in or out ingredients based on dietary needs or taste preferences, such as using different types of nut butters or substituting chocolate chips with small amounts of dried fruits.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
No-Bake High Protein Cookie Dough Balls
Amount per Serving
Calories
56.2
% Daily Value*
Fat
3.4
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
1.2
g
8
%
Cholesterol
1.8
mg
1
%
Sodium
21.3
mg
1
%
Potassium
46.9
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
5.3
g
2
%
Fiber
0.6
g
3
%
Sugar
2.6
g
3
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin C
0.02
mg
0
%
Calcium
9.5
mg
1
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
Magnesium
12.1
mg
3
%
Zinc
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.