Cookies and Cream Protein Balls Recipe
Deliciously indulgent yet protein-packed Cookies and Cream Protein Balls made with creamy peanut butter, chocolate protein powder, and crunchy Oreo cookies. These no-bake energy bites offer a perfect balance of sweet and chocolatey flavors, enhanced by a white chocolate coating and Oreo crumble topping. Ideal as a quick, nutritious snack or post-workout boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour (includes chilling and freezing time)
- Yield: 20 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups no stir creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup chocolate protein powder
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup honey
- ⅔ cup quick oats
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 Oreos (chopped)
Toppings and Coating
- 2 Oreos (crushed for topping)
- ⅔ cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Mix batter: Add the peanut butter, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, honey, oats, salt, and vanilla extract to a mixing bowl and stir with a rubber spatula until a thick, uniform batter forms.
- Fold in Oreos: Chop 6 Oreos into small chunks, then gently fold them into the batter to evenly distribute the cookie pieces.
- Form protein balls: Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Use a mini cookie scoop to drop balls of batter onto the sheet, then roll each ball with your hands to smooth out edges and create uniform shapes.
- Freeze balls: Place the baking sheet with the formed protein balls in the freezer to firm up while preparing the chocolate coating.
- Melt white chocolate: In a small bowl, combine white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 15-20 second increments, stirring after each until the mixture is smooth and melted.
- Crush topping Oreos: Place the remaining 2 Oreos into an airtight bag and smash into very small pieces using the bottom of a cup or rolling pin.
- Dip in chocolate: Remove the protein balls from the freezer. Dip the top of each protein ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring coverage on top only, then place them back onto the baking sheet.
- Add topping: Immediately sprinkle the crushed Oreo pieces on top of the white chocolate before it sets, repeating this for each protein ball.
- Chill to set: Place the baking sheet back into the refrigerator until the white chocolate hardens. Once set, transfer the protein balls into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator or freezer for freshness.
Notes
- Use quick oats for the best texture and easier mixing.
- If you prefer a less sweet snack, reduce honey slightly.
- Keep protein balls refrigerated or frozen to maintain firmness and freshness.
- White chocolate chips can be substituted with regular chocolate chips if desired.
- For a vegan alternative, substitute honey with maple syrup and ensure protein powder and Oreos are vegan-friendly.
Keywords: protein balls, cookies and cream, peanut butter, no bake snack, healthy snacks, energy bites, post workout snack
