Description
A quick and easy no-bake snack that satisfies your sweet tooth while packing a protein punch. Perfect for the whole family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a mixing bowl: chocolate protein powder, almond butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder, oats, mini chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix until sticky: Use a spatula or your hands to create a sticky dough.
- Adjust consistency: Add more almond butter or maple syrup if the mixture feels too dry.
- Roll into balls: Grab a small handful and roll it into a ball between your palms.
- Chill: Place balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate: Let them firm up in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Enjoy: Snack on them as a pick-me-up or post-workout treat!
Notes
These protein balls can be customized with nuts, dried fruits, or seeds based on your pantry supplies. They are great for a quick energy boost and can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg