Easy Protein Cookie Dough Cups with Greek Yogurt Recipe

Introduction

These Easy Protein Cookie Dough Cups with Greek Yogurt are a delightful, healthy treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while boosting your protein intake. Combining creamy yogurt with a soft, cookie dough base makes for a delicious snack or dessert you can feel good about.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1-2 tablespoons nut butter
• 1-2 tablespoons sweetener (honey or maple syrup)
• 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
• 1-2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine the rolled oats or almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and sweetener.
2. Step 2: Stir in the nut butter and milk until a soft cookie dough forms, then gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.
3. Step 3: Press the dough evenly into silicone muffin cups or paper liners to form the base layer for each cup.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt with a small scoop of protein powder until smooth, then sweeten to taste.
5. Step 5: Spoon the yogurt mixture over each cookie dough base, then top with extra chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter if desired.
6. Step 6: Chill the cookie dough cups in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or freeze for 20-30 minutes before serving to set.

Tips & Variations

• For a nut-free version, substitute almond flour with oat flour and use sunflower seed butter instead of nut butter.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey or maple syrup based on your preference.
• Try adding chopped nuts or shredded coconut to the cookie dough for extra texture.
• Use chocolate or strawberry protein powder for a different flavor twist.

Storage

Store the cookie dough cups covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them in an airtight container for up to 1 month. To enjoy, thaw in the fridge for 30 minutes or eat straight from the freezer for a refreshing treat. Reheating is not necessary.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular flour instead of almond flour or oats?

Yes, you can use regular flour, but almond flour or oats add a healthier texture and flavor that complements the protein powder well.

What if I don’t have protein powder?

While the protein powder boosts the nutritional content and flavor, you can omit it and slightly increase the oats or almond flour. The texture and taste will be less protein-rich but still tasty.

Easy Protein Cookie Dough Cups with Greek Yogurt Recipe

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These Easy Protein Cookie Dough Cups with Greek Yogurt are a delicious and nutritious no-bake treat combining creamy, protein-packed Greek yogurt with a soft, oat-based cookie dough. Perfect as a healthy snack or dessert, they blend wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, nut butter, and mini chocolate chips for a guilt-free indulgence that satisfies your sweet tooth while supporting your fitness goals.

• Author: reem
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling time)
• Yield: 6 cookie dough cups 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Base Cookie Dough

• 1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1–2 tablespoons sweetener (honey or maple syrup)
• 1–2 tablespoons nut butter
• 1–2 tablespoons milk
• 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips

Greek Yogurt Topping

• 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
• Small scoop of vanilla protein powder (about 1 tablespoon)
• Additional mini chocolate chips or nut butter for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats or almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and your choice of sweetener (honey or maple syrup) until evenly mixed.
2. Form Cookie Dough: Stir in the nut butter and milk gradually, mixing until a soft, pliable cookie dough forms. Fold in the mini chocolate chips to evenly distribute them.
3. Shape the Base: Press the cookie dough evenly into silicone muffin cups or paper liners, creating the base layer for each cup.
4. Make Yogurt Topping: Whisk Greek yogurt together with a small scoop of vanilla protein powder until smooth and well combined. Sweeten to taste if desired.
5. Add Topping: Spoon the protein-packed Greek yogurt mixture over each cookie dough base, smoothing the tops. Optionally, garnish with extra mini chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter.
6. Chill to Set: Place the cookie dough cups in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or freeze for 20-30 minutes to firm up before serving for a refreshing and satisfying snack.

Notes

• You can substitute almond flour with rolled oats to keep it gluten-free.
• Adjust the sweetener amount to your preferred sweetness level.
• Use any nut butter you like such as peanut, almond, or cashew for varied flavors.
• For a vegan option, replace Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt and use a vegan protein powder.
• Keep these cups refrigerated and consume within 3-4 days for best freshness.

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