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Yogurt Cookie Dough Cups

Delicious Yogurt Cookie Dough Cups for Guilt-Free Indulgence

These Yogurt Cookie Dough Cups are a quick, healthy, and guilt-free indulgence packed with protein and flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Full-fat or 2% is best for texture
  • 1/2 cup Natural Peanut Butter or Almond Butter Feel free to use sunflower seed butter for nut-free
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Finely ground into oat flour, substitute with almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup Protein Powder Vanilla or unflavored for versatility
For Flavor
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Honey Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt To balance sweetness
For Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Optional for lower sugar intake; sugar-free or dark chocolate works

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Mini muffin tin
  • spatula
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Combine the Base Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, add 1 cup of Greek yogurt and 1/2 cup of nut butter. Mix until smooth.
  2. Mix in Dry Ingredients: Add 1 cup of oats, 1/2 cup of protein powder, 1/4 cup of maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until dough-like consistency forms.
  3. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution.
  4. Prepare the Muffin Tin: Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or grease each cup.
  5. Fill the Muffin Liners: Fill each liner with about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough mixture and press down gently.
  6. Optional Toppings: Press extra chocolate chips or chopped nuts on top for added appeal.
  7. Chill to Set: Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These cups can last 4-5 days in the fridge or up to 2 months in the freezer. For best results, use high-quality ingredients and avoid overmixing after adding chocolate chips.

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