Guilt Free Greek Yogurt Cookie Dough (Printable)
Creamy protein-packed treat with wholesome ingredients and no raw eggs. Perfect healthy snack or dessert.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat or 2%)
02 - 1/2 cup almond flour
03 - 2 tbsp natural peanut butter or almond butter
04 - 2 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup
05 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Add-ins
07 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
08 - 1 tbsp mini white chocolate chips (optional)
09 - 2 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, almond flour, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Mix thoroughly until a smooth, dough-like consistency forms.
02 - Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts if using until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
03 - Taste the dough and adjust sweetness or salt level according to personal preference.
04 - Serve immediately as a dip or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to achieve a firmer, more cookie dough-like texture.
05 - Store remaining dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- You get all the nostalgic comfort of licking the spoon without any of the raw egg guilt or second thoughts
- Protein-packed enough to justify as breakfast but indulgent enough for dessert wins
02 -
- The texture firms up beautifully in the fridge but never gets rock hard like traditional cookie dough would
- Coconut yogurt works but adds a subtle tropical flavor that changes the whole vibe
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients mix together much more smoothly without leaving tiny flour lumps
- Add cinnamon or espresso powder to transform it into something completely new and exciting