Description
These Sugar Cookie Dough Protein Bites are a delightful no-bake snack combining the rich flavor of cashew butter with a hint of vanilla and almond extracts. Sweetened naturally with honey and packed with protein powder, they offer a healthy and satisfying way to curb your sweet tooth or fuel your day. Sprinkles add a fun, festive touch, making these bites both nutritious and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup cashew butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 6 tbsp vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
Topping
- Sprinkles, as desired
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cashew butter, honey, coconut flour, vanilla protein powder, salt, vanilla extract, and almond extract into a mixing bowl to create the cookie dough base.
- Mix Dough: Stir the ingredients together thoroughly with a spoon until a cohesive dough forms, ensuring everything is well incorporated.
- Add Sprinkles: Gently fold in sprinkles to the dough for added color and texture without breaking the dough.
- Thicken the Mixture: Let the dough sit for a few moments; this resting time allows it to thicken up and firm slightly, making it easier to shape.
- Shape Protein Bites: Using a cookie dough scoop or your hands, portion the dough into small balls and roll them smoothly between your palms.
- Freeze for Storage: Place the protein bites in the freezer to store; freezing helps maintain their firmness and freshness until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- These bites are best stored in the freezer and can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature after a short thaw.
- You can substitute almond butter for cashew butter if preferred, but expect a slight flavor difference.
- Use your favorite vanilla protein powder to tailor the taste and protein content to your preference.
- Sprinkles add a fun, colorful touch but can be omitted for a more natural snack.
- For a nut-free version, consider using sunflower seed butter instead of cashew butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sugar cookie dough bites, protein bites, no bake protein snacks, healthy snacks, gluten free protein bites, cashew butter snacks, protein powder snacks, easy protein bites
