I’m kind of obsessed with these lately. They are a fun lil treat for anytime and perfect for the upcoming holiday ;). These babies are completely gluten and grain free, packed with nutrients and sneaky protein, and totally vegan. You’ll love this healthy snack/dessert alternative.

Chickpea Protein Cookie Dough Bites

-1 can of chickpeas (about 1 cup)

-1 tsp. vanilla extract

-1/4 tsp salt

-2 tbs. vanilla protein (I use Nuzest)

-2 tbs. tigernut or almond flour

-2 tbs. coconut oil or nut/seed butter of choice 

-2-4 tbs. of maple syrup

-1 1/2 cups of mini chocolate chips of choice (I love dark chocolate from Enjoy Life)

Rinse your chickpeas then shake them around a bit to try and peel off some of the skins (it’s okay if you not all get removed).

Add chickpeas, vanilla, salt, protein, flour, oil/butter, and 2 tbs. of maple syrup to a blender and blend until smooth. The dough should be soft enough to form into balls, but not too runny. You may need to add more maple syrup depending on taste preferences and protein powder thickness.

Fold in 1/3-1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips.

Take tablespoon amounts of dough and roll into balls. Place on a freezer safe dish and pop in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.

When ready, melt the rest of your chocolate then dip your cookie dough balls in the chocolate or drizzle it on top. Return to the freezer until chocolate has hardened. Store in the fridge or freezer.

Enjoy!