Back-to-school is an exciting time for students and parents alike! From new friends and lessons to sports and extracurriculars, it can sometimes feel like your child is on a nonstop schedule. That’s why sneaking (healthy) snacks can be essential for their success! As a parent, we know you’re busy! That’s why our team is here to help with this safe and tasty treat that’ll please even picky eaters.
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That’s right, Dr. Carolyn Word and her kids are back in the kitchen testing their latest and greatest allergy-friendly culinary concoction. This delicious dairy-free, gluten-free, peanut-free and raw egg-free snack is a high-protein cookie dough alternative sure to keep your child going and growing.
*This recipe has been adapted from one of Dr. Word’s favorite blogs, Dishing Out Health.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls (5 Ingredients)
Ingredients:
- ½ cup of salted cashew butter*
- ½ cup of almond flour**
- 40 grams (~2 scoops) of collagen peptides (optional)
- 3 tbsp. of maple syrup
- ½ tsp. of vanilla extract (optional)
- ½ cup of mini or standard chocolate chips (use Enjoy Life for dairy-free or Lily’s brand for lower sugar)
- *If allergic to tree nuts, can substitute natural peanut butter
- **If allergic to almond, can substitute coconut flour but reduce to ¼ cup. Dr. Word also tested the recipe with ¼ cup oat flour, but would not recommend that substitution.
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Recipe:
- In a large bowl, combine nut butter, almond/coconut flour, maple syrup, collagen and vanilla (if using). Mix until combined and the consistency resembles that of cookie dough.
- Fold chocolate chips into the mixture.
- Scoop the mixture into 9-10 balls and arrange them on a plate. Balls can be chilled in the fridge for up to two weeks. If this becomes a family favorite in your household as well, we recommend doubling the recipe!
This recipe can be whipped up in a single bowl in just 15 minutes and makes the perfect low-sugar after-school or post-workout snack great for all ages!
Visit https://dishingouthealth.com/cookie-dough-protein-balls/ for the original recipe.
The Perfect Recipe for Allergy Success
If you or a loved one are living life under allergy-related stress, Charleston Allergy and Asthma is standing by to help you live without worry. Explore our blog for more allergy-free and -friendly recipes, and contact us today to schedule an appointment with our team of board-certified allergists.