Description
This Protein Cookie Dough Bark is a delicious and healthy snack that combines the irresistible flavor of cookie dough with a high-protein boost. Made with almond flour, protein powder, and natural sweeteners, it’s vegan, grain-free, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising your nutrition goals. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep and chilled for 4 hours, this no-bake treat features a rich layer of melted chocolate chips on top, making it a perfect guilt-free dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (56g) almond flour
- 1/2 cup (60g) protein powder (plain or vanilla)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup (180g) mini chocolate chips, divided
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup (65g) Organic SunButter
- 1/4 cup (80g) maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp almond milk as needed
- 2 tsps coconut oil
Instructions
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together the almond flour, protein powder, Organic SunButter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture feels too thick or dry, add 1 or 2 tablespoons of almond milk until a soft dough consistency is achieved.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in 1/2 cup of the mini chocolate chips into the dough mixture to evenly distribute them.
- Spread the Dough: Press the cookie dough mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading it out into a thin, even layer.
- Melt Chocolate Topping: In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the remaining 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips with 2 teaspoons of coconut oil until smooth and glossy.
- Top with Chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate over the cookie dough layer, spreading it almost to the edges to create the bark’s top layer.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the bark for at least 4 hours to allow it to set firmly.
- Break into Pieces: Once set, break the bark into approximately 12 even pieces, though you can make them smaller if preferred.
- Storage: Store the bark pieces in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- This snack tastes just like unbaked cookie dough but with a high-protein twist and wholesome ingredients.
- The recipe is vegan and grain-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences.
- Perfect for a quick, easy, no-bake treat that requires only 10 minutes of prep time.
- Adjust the almond milk slowly to get the right dough consistency; it should be soft and pliable but not too wet.
- Use plain or vanilla protein powder depending on your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 128
- Sugar: 7.9 g
- Sodium: 13.5 mg
- Fat: 6.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1.3 g
- Protein: 4.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg