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Protein Cookie Dough Bark Recipe

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Protein Cookie Dough Bark is a delicious no-bake treat combining a smooth dark chocolate base with a soft, protein-packed cookie dough layer. This easy-to-make bark delivers satisfying texture and flavor, ideal for a healthy snack or dessert with added protein and customizable sweetness.

Ingredients

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For The Chocolate Base

  • 8 oz (about 225 g) good-quality dark chocolate or chocolate chips (use sugar-free if preferred)
  • 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, makes chocolate glossy and easier to break)

For The Protein Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup (120 g) oat flour (or almond flour for low-carb)
  • 1/3–1/2 cup (80–120 g) nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed butter)
  • 1/4–1/3 cup (30–45 g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
  • 2–3 tbsp milk or milk alternative (almond, oat, cow’s milk), adjust for texture
  • 2–4 tbsp maple syrup, honey, or liquid sweetener (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (optional, for the dough)
  • Sea salt flakes for finishing (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Tray: Line a baking tray with parchment paper to create a flat surface for the bark. Use a smaller tray for thicker bark or a larger one for thinner pieces.
  2. Melt The Chocolate: Combine chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20–30 second bursts, stirring each time until smooth. Alternatively, melt over a double boiler on the stove, taking care not to burn the chocolate.
  3. Spread The Chocolate: Pour melted chocolate onto the lined tray and use a spatula to smooth into an even 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick layer. Chill in the fridge or freezer for 3–5 minutes until slightly set but still tacky.
  4. Make The Protein Cookie Dough: In a bowl, mix oat flour, protein powder, salt, and vanilla. Stir in nut butter and maple syrup, then add milk one tablespoon at a time until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips if using. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.
  5. Dollop And Swirl: Spoon cookie dough onto the partially set chocolate layer. Gently spread or swirl the dough, leaving some chocolate exposed to create a marbled bark effect.
  6. Add Toppings: Sprinkle optional toppings such as extra chocolate chips, chopped nuts, toasted coconut, or sea salt flakes for additional texture and flavor.
  7. Chill Until Firm: Return the tray to the fridge for 20–30 minutes or freezer for 10–15 minutes until both layers are solid.
  8. Break Into Pieces: Lift the bark from the tray using parchment paper and break into irregular shards. Serve immediately or store for later.

Notes

  • Oat flour can be made by blending rolled oats until fine if unavailable.
  • Adjust sweetness and milk amount to achieve desired dough texture and taste.
  • Use sugar-free dark chocolate for a lower sugar option.
  • For thicker bark, use a smaller pan; thinner bark uses a larger tray.
  • Store bark in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

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