Protein-Packed Italian Cookie Balls (Printable format)

Soft, protein-enriched Italian cookie balls glazed and topped with festive sprinkles.

# List of ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup almond flour
02 - 1 cup oat flour
03 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 1 ounce)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
07 - 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
11 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Add-Ins

12 - 1/3 cup mini dark chocolate chips or chopped dried fruit (optional)

→ Glaze

13 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
14 - 1 to 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or plant-based)
15 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - Festive nonpareils or sprinkles

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together almond flour, oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
03 - In a separate bowl, blend melted coconut oil or butter, maple syrup or honey, egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.
05 - Fold in mini chocolate chips or dried fruit if desired.
06 - Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
08 - Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Dip cooled cookie balls into the glaze, then top with sprinkles. Let glaze set before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Enriched with protein powder to make a nourishing holiday treat.
  • Soft and flavorful with a light vanilla glaze and festive sprinkles.
  • Easy to prepare and perfect for gifting or sharing.
  • Vegetarian and adaptable to your preferred sweeteners and fats.
02 -
  • Measure flours accurately for consistent results.
  • Use room temperature egg and wet ingredients to blend smoothly.
  • Don’t overbake; cookies should be lightly golden for softness.
  • Customize glaze thickness by adjusting milk quantity.
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