Bring back your childhood with this edible, dairy-free protein cookie dough! Made with a blend of peanut butter and chocolate chips, this high-protein recipe is the perfect way to bust a craving.
Use it as an indulgent snack or a protein dessert. Regardless, you’ll fall in love with licking raw cookie dough off a spoon all over again!
Remember when you were a kid making cookies with your mom and you always saved a little bit in the bowl to eat raw?
Well, now you can do that again… without the guilt.
This high protein cookie dough recipe is the perfect blend of healthy indulgence- just like this high protein cookie dough smoothie bowl. Made with just six ingredients it’s a fun recipe for movie night or a Thursday afternoon. Basically, it helps you bump up your protein and still enjoy real life. Learn more about the benefits of a high protein diet.
As a Certified Nutrition Coach, it's recipes like this that I use with clients who come to me upset that they don't have this magical "willpower" they should have. Just like my Strong and Sweet Protein Guide, this cookie dough helps you both indulge (not avoid!) your cravings and fuel up.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
High protein: Coming in at 36 grams of protein this recipe is a sure-fire way to gain fuel.
Healthy: Made with minimal, whole-food ingredients the cookie dough is naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and paleo-approved.
Easy: The recipe is made in just 5 minutes so it's a quick way to curb a craving without the sugar crash.
Plus, there's no traditional vanilla protein powder needed to make it!
Ingredients You’ll Need
The ingredients for dairy-free protein cookie dough are pretty simple and you’ll probably already have them on hand if you have a well-stocked gluten-free pantry. And the best part? There's no protein powder required!
Collagen: used in place of protein powder for this cookie dough recipe (and these low carb cookie dough bars). Collagen is the cleanest source of protein and it blends well (no chalky texture!).
Natural peanut butter: make sure to use natural peanut butter that is semi-fresh (the hard stuff on the bottom of the jar won’t work!). Natural peanut butter blends into the ingredients better (like into these chocolate chip protein cookies). Almond butter will work as well just provide a different flavor.
Almond flour: this is the bulk of the protein cookie dough. Almond flour gives the protein cookie dough recipe a "baked goods" feel. Learn the difference between almond flour and ground almonds and then choose whichever one works for you.
Vanilla: a quality vanilla extract goes a long way in flavor.
Maple syrup: a hint of smokey sweetness for the cookie dough.
Chocolate chip: make sure to use allergy-friendly chocolate chips as needed. And grab the mini ones so that they’re better distributed throughout the cookie dough.
Dairy-free butter: any non-dairy butter will work for edible cookie dough. For anyone who tolerates goat's butter that works too.
How To Make Protein Cookie Dough
- Heat the butter so that it is just melted.
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl except the chocolate chips.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Enjoy.
Important Teaching Tips
If you mix the chocolate chips in at the same time as the butter, they’re more likely to melt. Make sure to grab dairy-free, gluten-free chocolate chips if you need them also.
Know that you can use tallow in place of dairy-free butter as well or even coconut milk for a rich flavor.
This dairy-free cookie dough is best eaten as soon as you make it. Though it can sit on the counter for a bit. Placing it in the fridge causes it to become too hard. Portion it into bowls as soon as you make it and enjoy!
Choosing Collagen Powder
It’s no surprise that this protein cookie dough is made with collagen powder!
All the protein without the bloat.
I use collagen powder for amping up protein and boosting gut health.
Learn about the difference between collagen and bone broth as how to increase protein intake.
Honestly, as a busy mom collagen powder just makes it easy to eat more protein and not feel like I’m living off chicken and eggs.
And more protein means more energy, more natural beauty, and feeling your BEST.
Plus, in recipes like this, you can sneak protein into your kids as it’s one of the purest sources.
I grab my collagen from Perfect Supplements because they source their collagen from pasture-raised (grass-fed) cows. So, I trust it.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Protein Cookie Dough
Storing the protein cookie dough causes it to become hard and crumbly. The cookie dough is best eaten freshly made.
Though you may be able to bake the cookie dough, it doesn’t really have anything in it to make cookies rise or hold together and is best eaten raw.
Some protein powder brands will work in place of collagen powder for edible cookie dough. Vegan protein powder tends to absorb more liquid though which would dry out the cookie dough. You may have to add a splash of almond milk to make it work.
Fast, crave-worthy snacks that hit your protein goals (without tracking or extra cooking time).
Flavor Variations
This edible cookie dough is a really fun one for gatherings or movie night! You can even put it in oversized shot glasses with little spoons. Below are a few fun swaps to switch up the flavor.
Christmas: Add crushed candy canes or Christmas sprinkles to the edible cookie dough.
Crunch: Chopped pecans or pistachios add a wonderful texture.
Chips: Instead of chocolate chips if you can get dairy-free butterscotch, white chocolate, or peanut butter chips that's fun too.
Other High Protein Recipes You'll Love
- Cookie dough protein bar
- Chocolate-topped, nut-free protein bars
- Collagen donuts
- Flourless protein brownies
- Overnight cookie dough protein oats
- Cookies and cream protein shake
- Peanut butter and jam protein balls
- Chocolate chip protein powder muffins
- Chocolate fudge protein balls
- High protein cookies
- High protein pancakes
- Yogurt protein pancakes
- Chocolate protein fluff
- Easy, no-bake vanilla protein bar
- High protein snack recipes
Dairy-Free Protein Cookie Dough
Video
Equipment
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- ½ cup Collagen powder
- ½ cup Peanut butter natural
- 3 tbs Maple syrup
- ¼ cup Almond flour
- 3 tbs Dairy-free butter
- 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ¼ cup Chocolate chips dairy-free
Instructions
- Heat the butter so that it is just melted.
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl except the chocolate chips.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Enjoy.
Notes
- If you mix the chocolate chips in at the same time as the butter, they’re more likely to melt.
- Know that you can use tallow in place of dairy-free butter as well or even coconut milk for a rich flavor.
- This edible protein cookie dough is best eaten as soon as you make it. Though it can sit on the counter for a bit.
- Placing it in the fridge causes it to become too hard. Portion it into bowls as soon as you make it and enjoy!
- Opt for crunchy peanut butter for extra yum!
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Nutrition
Tianna says
I'm always looking look for a snack with additional protein and this was perfect
fitasamamabear says
Glad you loved them! They're such a tasty way to boost intake!
Cynthia | What A Girl Eats says
Um, is there anything better than cookie dough? I think you've done it! Healthy and delicious for the win!
fitasamamabear says
Haha there is definitely nothing better than cookie dough!
Relle says
I'm always looking for ways to get protein in and this one is calling my name. Yum!
fitasamamabear says
Hehe such a yummy way to amp it up!
Jennifer says
This was delish! Just the perfect protein-infused bite of sweetness that I was craving!
fitasamamabear says
Yay!
JD Alewine says
It's hard to say no to a sweet ESPECIALLY when it's packed full of protein!!!! These are sooo good
fitasamamabear says
Right?S Much easier to just give in 😀
Katie Jacques says
this protein cookies dough is such a treat! I love the added protein!
fitasamamabear says
It's a nice way to sneak in some extra protein for sure!
Nicole says
Super satisfying. SO glad I found this recipe!! Delicious!
fitasamamabear says
Happy to hear it!
Healing Tomato says
I love that this cookie dough is not just empty calories. The quality protein in this recipe makes it fun to eat by itself. Will be making this again and again.
fitasamamabear says
Ah yes! Nourishment + a craving buster.
nancy says
these protein cookies are so chewy and soft. wonderful recipe to have around the house!
fitasamamabear says
Glad you enjoyed it!
Tina says
Perfect for when I’m craving some sweets!
Stacey Crawford says
I love how this recipe uses very simple ingredients, and the boost of collagen makes this a top-tier chocolate peanut butter treat!
fitasamamabear says
Collagen is totally a staple in this house... as is simplicity! haha.
Geraldine says
I struggle to get enough protein and this is a great find! Who doesn't love cookie dough?! I can't wait to try this recipe!
fitasamamabear says
Right?! Having healthy sweets on hand is key.
Wanda says
I would never think of using collagen powder in something like this, but it's such a good way to add this to some recipes. This cookie dough is like a guilty pleasure. I love it and I love it's so easy to make.
fitasamamabear says
Haha I sneak it in everywhere!
Carmina says
Used almond butter for a twist and it's so good. This is so easy to make, and the peanut butter-chocolate chip combo is a classic winner.
fitasamamabear says
Yes!! It's a nice flavor swap. I like almond hazelnut butter too.
Glenna says
Cravings Satisfied! Quick and delicious, it's the perfect treat that won't mess with my gluten-free and dairy-free woe.
fitasamamabear says
Life win!
Riley says
I could eat this all day! This protein cookie dough is so easy to make and they're so tasty. Thank you for the tip on not mixing the chips at the same time with the butter, it helped keep those chips intact.
fitasamamabear says
Haha I could eat it all day too!