Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls (Recipe for Printing)

Wholesome cookie dough bites packed with chocolate chips and protein for a quick, delicious treat.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 cup almond flour or oat flour
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (whey, casein, or plant-based)
03 - 1/4 cup cashew butter or almond butter or sunflower seed butter
04 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
05 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, plus extra for topping
06 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Coating

09 - 1 cup milk chocolate chips
10 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour and vanilla protein powder.
02 - In a separate bowl, blend cashew butter, 2 tablespoons milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
03 - Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir to form a dough. If the mixture is too dry, incorporate the remaining tablespoon of milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the dough is slightly sticky but holds its shape.
04 - Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
05 - Scoop and roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Arrange them on a plate lined with parchment paper.
06 - Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to set.
07 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine milk chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
08 - Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate to fully coat. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before transferring to the lined plate.
09 - While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle extra mini chocolate chips on top. Refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes, or until chocolate is firm.
10 - Serve the protein balls chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For a nut-free version, sunflower seed butter and oat flour can be substituted. Ensure dough is properly chilled before dipping for a smooth chocolate coating.