No Bake Samoa Cookie Protein Donuts

Desserts, Donuts, No Bake

if a girl scout samoa and a high-protein dessert became one, it would be these no bake samoa cookie protein donuts!!

they’re chewy, rich, chocolatey, coconutty, and taste like a full-on bakery treat except they’re made with real, wholesome ingredients and actually keep you full.

no oven, no fancy steps, just a food processor, a freezer, and about five minutes of effort.

they’re inspired by one of the most iconic cookies ever, but made in a way that fits into real life: higher protein, naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and perfect for when you want something sweet that doesn’t leave you crashing 30 minutes later.

taste + texture

these donuts are soft and fudgy in the center with little bits of toasted coconut throughout, just like a samoa cookie filling.

the almond and vanilla extracts give them that classic cookie flavor, while the dates and almond butter create a caramel-like richness.

then the chocolate topping sets into a thin, snappy shell that cracks when you bite into it, making every bite feel extra decadent.

cold from the freezer, they’re chewy and candy-bar-like. from the fridge, they’re soft, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth.

why these are secretly healthy

these aren’t just dessert donuts, they’re built with protein and real ingredients that actually satisfy you.

between the truvani protein powder, greek yogurt, and almond butter, each donut packs nearly 19 grams of protein.

that means they’re not just a sugar hit, they’re something you can enjoy as a snack, post-workout treat, or even a sweet breakfast.

they’re also naturally sweetened with medjool dates, so you get that deep caramel flavor without refined sugar, and they’re completely no bake, making them perfect for warm weather or busy weeks.

how they’re lightened up

traditional samoa cookies rely on butter, sugar, and refined flour.

these donuts use dates for sweetness, greek yogurt for creaminess and protein, almond butter for healthy fats, and gluten-free flour for structure.

you still get all the flavors you love like chocolate, coconut, vanilla, almond, caramel but just in a way that feels better in your body.

and because they’re high-protein and high-fiber, they actually keep you full instead of leaving you reaching for more sweets.

macros

each donut has about 283 calories, 18.8g protein, 27.5g carbs, and 12.4g fat.

they’re indulgent enough to feel like dessert but balanced enough to fit into everyday life.

substitutions + add-ins

you can swap almond butter for cashew butter or peanut butter if you want a different flavor.

any thick dairy-free yogurt works in place of greek yogurt.

for extra texture, you can mix in chopped chocolate, extra coconut, or even a few chopped almonds to really lean into that samoa vibe.

storage

store these in the fridge for a softer, fudgier donut or in the freezer for a firmer, candy-bar-like texture.

they keep well for up to a week in the fridge or a few months in the freezer, making them perfect for meal prep desserts or when a sweet craving hits.

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Nourishing Vegan Protein Granola Ice Cream & Cinnamon Coconut Sugar Peaches

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No Bake Samoa Cookie Protein Donuts

Recipe by MaryCourse: Desserts, Donuts, No Bake

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Calories

269

kcal

APPROXIMATE MACROS per donut (1 of 10)
calories: ~269
protein: ~19.2 g
carbs: ~28.1 g
fat: ~10.9 g

Ingredients

donut base
9–10 medjool dates, pitted
3 scoops plain or vanilla protein powder (about 33 g per scoop — truvani used)
1/2 cup gluten-free flour
1/4 cup almond butter
1/2 cup greek yogurt
1/4 cup milk of choice, plus 1–2 tbsp as needed
1 tsp vanilla paste or extract
1/4 tsp almond extract
1/3 cup toasted shredded coconut

chocolate topping
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1 tsp coconut oil
extra shredded coconut, for topping

Directions

add the dates to a food processor and pulse until they break down into a sticky paste.
dd the protein powder, gluten-free flour, almond butter, greek yogurt, vanilla, almond extract, and milk. blend until a thick, smooth dough forms. if the mixture looks too dry or crumbly, add 1–2 more tablespoons of milk and blend again until it comes together.
add the toasted shredded coconut and pulse a few times just to fold it in.
press the dough firmly into silicone donut molds, smoothing the tops so they’re even and compact. you can also shape them by hand into donut rings if you don’t have molds.
place the molds in the freezer for about 20 minutes to help the donuts firm up. while they chill, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together (microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between, or use a double boiler).
remove the donuts from the freezer and spoon the melted chocolate over the tops. sprinkle with extra shredded coconut. return the donuts to the freezer for about 2 hours, or until fully set. once firm, pop them out of the molds and enjoy.