Get ready for your new favorite healthy snack: Samoa Cookie Protein Bites! Packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, these bites will keep you satisfied all day while reminding you of the tasty Samoa Cookies you love. This recipe makes 8-12 bites and takes just minutes to whip up, so you can enjoy a delicious and nutritious snack anytime!
And the best part? These bites are gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan-friendly, and you don’t even need to bake them! In under 15 minutes, you’ll have a batch of these delightful treats ready to enjoy.
Samoa Cookie Protein Bites
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 2/3 cup creamy cashew butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/3 cup blanched almond flour
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed meal
- 2 scoops collagen peptides or unflavored protein powder
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the shredded coconut on top.
- Toast the coconut in the oven for 7-9 minutes until it turns golden brown, then let it cool.
- In a medium bowl, combine half of the toasted coconut with the rest of the ingredients, stirring until well mixed.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form bite-sized balls from the dough.
- Sprinkle the remaining toasted coconut over the bites.
- Enjoy your Samoa Cookie Protein Bites!