Published 1/12/2024 • Updated 8/6/2024 One of the best parts about this easy recipe is that it doesn’t involve any baking. Just mix, assemble, and freeze. It doesn’t get any easier than that!
What You’ll Need to Make Protein Cookie Dough Cups
(Note: These are the recipe’s main ingredients, but you can find all the ingredients with exact measurements in the recipe card below!) To make this deliciously edible cookie dough, you’ll need old-fashioned oats that’ll get blended to create oat flour. This is then mixed with vanilla protein powder. We like to use whey Garden of Life Protein Powder, but you’re welcome to use your favorite brand! Then you’ll need pitted Medjool dates to add natural sweetness and help keep the dough together, cashew butter for a creamier texture, maple syrup to supply that sweet tooth craving, and semi-sweet chocolate chips to give that classic cookie dough taste. And, of course, you’ll also need a mini muffin tin, paper liners, and a high-speed food processor to make this recipe a breeze!
Variations and Substitutions
Rolled oats: If you have a gluten intolerance, you can easily swap out the rolled oats for gluten-free rolled oats.
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Cashew butter: Feel free to swap the cashew butter for any other natural nut butter of your choice. Peanut butter or sunflower butter works particularly well in this recipe. Semi-sweet chocolate chips: If you’re dairy-free, simply use dairy-free chocolate chips instead. You can also switch up the flavor by using white chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips. Maple syrup: Monk fruit sweetener, agave nectar, or honey can be used as a substitute for maple syrup. Note that it’ll change the flavor slightly. Tasty add-ins: Make these cookie dough cups your own by adding or substituting other tasty layers like coconut cream or coconut yogurt, nuts or seeds, sprinkles, or dried fruit. Make it as decadent as you’d like!
Storage + Freezer Directions
Store any leftover cookie dough cups in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. To freeze, place the cups in a freezer-safe, airtight bag or container and store them in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
What to Serve with Protein Cookie Dough Cups
Want to add more epic snacks to your menu? We’ve got the mother load. For starters, our Spinach Egg Muffins, Chocolate Quinoa Crisps, and Healthy Tuna Salad are a few of our top protein-packed favorites. And if you’re looking for more sweet treats, try our Pumpkin Peanut Butter Cereal Bars, Apple Smoothie Bowl, or Snickers Energy Balls!
