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Easy protein cookie dough cups made with Greek yogurt for a healthy treat.

Protein Cookie Dough Cups

These Easy Protein Cookie Dough Cups with Greek Yogurt are a healthy snack that combines indulgence with nutrition, perfect for gatherings and satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour Use whichever you prefer.
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder Optional but adds texture.
  • 1–2 tablespoons nut butter (peanut or almond) Adjust according to taste.
  • 1–2 tablespoons sweetener (honey or maple syrup) Adjust sweetness to preference.
  • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips Can be omitted or substituted.
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (dairy or plant-based) Adjust consistency of dough.
Topping Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt Can be flavored if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine oats or almond flour, protein powder, and sweetener.
  2. Stir in nut butter and milk until a soft cookie dough forms, then fold in mini chocolate chips.
  3. Press the dough into silicone muffin cups or paper liners to form the base layer.
Topping
  1. Whisk Greek yogurt with a small scoop of protein powder until smooth and sweeten to taste.
  2. Spoon the yogurt mixture over each cookie dough base and top with extra chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter.
Chill
  1. Chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or freeze for 20-30 minutes before serving.

Notes

These cups are portable, can be made ahead for gatherings, and are kid-friendly. They can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for longer.