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Healthy Protein Cookie Dough Bark Recipe

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  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pieces
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Protein Cookie Dough Bark is a delicious and nutritious no-bake snack that combines the irresistible taste of cookie dough with the goodness of high-protein ingredients. This vegan and grain-free treat is easy to make in just over 10 minutes of preparation plus chilling time, featuring a smooth blend of almond flour, protein powder, and SunButter, topped with a rich chocolate layer. Perfect for a satisfying snack or sweet treat, it requires no baking and keeps well refrigerated.


Ingredients

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Cookie Dough Base

  • 1/2 cup (56g) almond flour
  • 1/2 cup (60g) protein powder (plain or vanilla)
  • 1/4 cup (65g) Organic SunButter
  • 1/4 cup (80g) maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1-2 tbsp almond milk as needed
  • 1/2 cup (90g) mini chocolate chips

Chocolate Topping

  • 1/2 cup (90g) mini chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp coconut oil


Instructions

  1. Mix the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, protein powder, SunButter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until a thick dough forms.
  2. Adjust Consistency: If the dough feels too dry or thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of almond milk, mixing until the dough reaches a pliable consistency.
  3. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips evenly into the dough mixture.
  4. Form the Bark Base: Press the dough mixture evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading it out into a thin, uniform layer.
  5. Melt Chocolate Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, melt the remaining 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips with 2 teaspoons of coconut oil until smooth and well combined.
  6. Assemble Bark: Pour the melted chocolate over the cookie dough layer, spreading it almost to the edges for full coverage.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled bark for at least 4 hours to allow it to set properly.
  8. Serve: Once firm, break the bark into approximately 12 even-sized pieces or smaller portions as preferred.
  9. Storage: Store cookie dough bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness and texture.

Notes

  • This recipe offers the deliciousness of traditional unbaked cookie dough with a high-protein twist, making it a perfect guilt-free snack.
  • It is vegan and grain-free, ideal for those avoiding dairy and gluten.
  • Quick to prepare, requiring only about 10 minutes of active prep time plus chilling.
  • Feel free to customize by using different protein powder flavors or nut butters for variations.
  • Ensure to refrigerate to keep the bark firm and fresh.

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: 4.7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 11 g
  • Fiber: 1.3 g
  • Protein: 4.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg