COOKIE DOUGH FREEZER BITES
I decided yesterday to try my hand at making my own cookie dough bites. On my first attempt, I nailed it. I came up with this recipe, but I’m sure that there are similar recipes on the internet that produce nearly the same result: yet not as healthy. I don’t know why I haven’t tried this before, because my kids are cookie addicts and I’ve been known to have a freezer of frozen cookie dough. Frozen cookie dough has a luster all its own, and for those that haven’t tried it, now is your time!
I think what I like most about these freezer cookie dough bites is their versatility. Sometimes all I need after dinner is a quick little bite of something sweet, and I have a feeling that if I can just reach into the freezer for a healthier treat, I can get away with just eating one. And they will perfectly satisfy my sweet tooth. Or they make a good party favor. Or they make a great quick snack post workout. Make yours today and let me know what you used yours for!
INGREDIENTS
1 3/4 cup Oat flour
1/2 cup Protein powder (I like Planta Madagascar Vanilla)
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 cup Baking stevia
1/3 cup Reduced Fat peanut butter
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup Low sugar maple syrup (or honey)
1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
1/4 tsp Almond extract (optional)
1/4 tsp Butter extract (optional)
1/4 cup Mini chocolate chips (dairy free for vegan)
DIRECTIONS
Take your peanut butter and melt it slightly in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter and everything else together until it is well combined. (Chill dough in fridge for about 15 minutes to make handling easier if desired.)
Remove from fridge after dough has chilled and roll into 22 even size balls. Place in a single layer in a container and cover with lid. Freeze until set, at least 4-6 hours, or overnight. Whenever you want to enjoy, simply pull out the the freezer and eat!
MARCROS
Servings 22
Calories per Serving 72
Fat 3 g
Carbohydrates 8 g
Fiber 1 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 4 g