Raw Cashew Cookie Dough Bites
Valentine's Day is coming! It's a day to celebrate all things love...and of course, chocolate. These raw cookie dough bites are a perfect Valentine's Day treat and will satisfy that sweet tooth without wrecking your waistline.
Cashews have been the base of a lot of my recipes lately (like this Sea Salt & Vanilla Cashew Milk). They are so versatile; a smooth buttery flavor paired with a thicker texture elevates any recipe to the next level.
Cashews also pack a nutrient punch compared to their other nut counterparts. They are chalk full of Vitamin K, E & B6, minerals like Copper, Zinc, Magnesium & Iron, and healthy fats yet are still considered a low fat nut (so you won't overeat like you do with peanuts). Cashews are the bomb.
I have been craving cookie dough like a madwoman lately. If I had to choose one thing that was my weakness when it comes to food it would definitely be cookie dough, chocolate chip to be exact. So with Valentine's Day coming up fast, I set out to experiment with making my own version of cookie dough.
And of course I had to include chocolate....
Give these Cashew Cookie Dough Bites a go for your lover pie, your friends, or yourself this V-Day and spread the love one bite at a time <3...they are also great for a post-workout treat!
If you make these Raw Cashew Cookie Dough Bites or any recipe from TWR, show me on Instagram using the #thewellnessrookie for a chance to be featured. I love seeing all your creations!
INGREDIENTS:
Cookie Dough Balls
- 1/3 c raw cashews
- 2 tbsp chia seed
- 4 tbsp peanut butter*
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1.5 scoops vanilla protein powder**
- 1 tbsp cacao nibs
- 2 tbsp dried cherries (or raisins)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Drizzle
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 3 squares dark chocolate (at least 80% cacao)
METHOD:
Combine all cookie dough bite ingredients in food processor. Blend on high until well combined. May have to stop every 20-30 seconds and scrape sides with a spatula. Scoop and roll into 1-inch bite-sized balls (makes about 12-14). Place in glass container and place in fridge to cool.
Meanwhile, place chocolate drizzle ingredients (coconut oil and dark chocolate) into small microwaveable dish and heat until it starts to melt. Take out and stir constantly until well combined and completely melted. Take cookie dough balls out of fridge and drizzle chocolate sauce over the top as desired. Store in airtight container in fridge.
*I use Santa Cruz Organics Dark Roast PB....to die for and only ingredient is peanuts. May substitute with any nut butter.
**My favorite clean, lean & green protein powder that tastes great is Sun Warrior Vegan Protein.