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Oreo Cookie Dough Protein Balls

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Soft, creamy protein balls bursting with Oreo flavor—these easy, no-bake snacks taste like dessert but are packed with protein and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or satisfying sweet cravings without compromising your healthy routine.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rolled oats (quick or old-fashioned)
  • 1/4 cup almond flour (or oat flour for nut-free)
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened (or dairy-free cream cheese)
  • 2–3 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 2–3 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (or regular/oat milk)
  • 4–5 Oreo cookies, crushed (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips (optional, can use dark chocolate or omit)
  • Pinch salt
  • Extra crushed Oreos or chocolate chips for rolling/decoration (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush Oreo cookies using a food processor, blender, or zip-top bag and rolling pin. Aim for a mix of fine crumbs and chunkier bits.
  2. Measure out all ingredients: oats, almond flour, protein powder, cream cheese, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, mini chocolate chips, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, and vanilla protein powder.
  4. Add softened cream cheese, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and almond milk. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or spatula until a thick, slightly sticky dough forms. Adjust consistency with more milk or oats as needed.
  5. Gently fold in crushed Oreo cookies, mini chocolate chips, and a pinch of salt. Reserve some crushed Oreos for rolling or topping if desired.
  6. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions (about 25g each) and roll into balls with clean hands. If sticky, dampen hands or chill dough for 10 minutes.
  7. Place finished balls on a plate lined with parchment or wax paper. You should get about 12-15 balls.
  8. Chill the protein balls in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up and meld flavors.
  9. Serve cold for best texture. Store extras in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free Oreos and oat flour. For vegan, use dairy-free cream cheese and vegan protein powder. Adjust sweetness and texture by varying maple syrup and milk. Chill balls for best flavor and texture. Store in fridge up to 5 days or freeze for up to a month. If dough is too sticky, add oats or chill before rolling; if crumbly, add more milk. Taste and adjust mix-ins as desired.

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