Need a mid-afternoon pick-me-up that won’t derail your diet?
These simple cookie dough squares from Niall Kirkland are the perfect solution to sweet-tooth cravings — only they’re packed with protein, not sugar.
Ideal for when you need a little treat to get you through a day of Zoom meetings and email chains.
Makes 15
Ingredients
- 120g almond flour (blended)
- 50g desiccated coconut (blended)
- 200g All-Natural Peanut Butter (Smooth)
- 1 scoop Impact Whey Protein (Vanilla)
- 1 tsp. vanilla essence
- 3 tbsp. almond milk
- A pinch of sea salt
- Milk, dark, & white chocolate for decorating (optional)
Method
- In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, coconut flour, peanut butter, whey protein, milk, vanilla, and sea salt.
- Once your mixture is completely mixed and looks like cookie dough, transfer to a lined Tupperware or small baking dish and press down flat with a spatula or the back of a spoon. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Remove and then cut up into small squares. If you want a little more indulgence, try topping each one by dipping into melted chocolate of your choice. Enjoy!
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Lauren DawesWriter & Expert
Lauren is a recipe writer and English Literature graduate who firmly believes in a balanced approach to fitness. She has always been a keen swimmer and, in recent years, has discovered the benefits of weight training and hot yoga. When she's not in the gym, you'll find her cooking up new recipes or enjoying brunch with her friends, having moved on from her student days of living on pasta.
