Description
A no-bake, 5-ingredient snack that tastes like cookie dough but is packed with protein from Greek yogurt and protein powder. These bites are creamy, chewy, and perfect for a quick afternoon energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup full-fat or 2% Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 pinch salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Ensure peanut butter is at room temperature; microwave for 10 seconds if cold.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and protein powder. Stir vigorously until smooth and creamy.
- Add rolled oats and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until oats are evenly coated. Adjust consistency with more yogurt if too dry or more oats if too wet.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips (and nuts if using).
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or 15 minutes in the freezer) to firm up the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls between your palms.
- Place bites on a parchment-lined plate or container.
- Serve immediately for a softer texture or store in the fridge for a firmer bite.
Notes
Use old-fashioned rolled oats, not instant or steel-cut. Ensure peanut butter is natural and well-stirred. Chilling is crucial for texture. These can be frozen for up to 2 months. If using plant-based protein powder, you may need slightly more liquid.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approx. 12-1
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
Keywords: high protein snack, cookie dough bites, no bake, healthy dessert, greek yogurt recipe, peanut butter bites, meal prep snack