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Chocolate Protein Balls Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Chocolate Protein Balls are a nutritious and delicious no-bake snack packed with oats, chocolate protein powder, and almond butter. Perfect for a quick energy boost or post-workout treat, they combine rich cocoa flavor with the natural sweetness of honey. Quick and easy to prepare, they require no cooking and can be stored refrigerated for convenience.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup oats
  • 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons almond milk


Instructions

  1. Mix ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine oats, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, almond butter, honey, and almond milk. Stir thoroughly until a dough forms, ensuring all dry ingredients are evenly coated and the mixture sticks together.
  2. Form balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls using your hands. If the mixture feels too sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to firm up before rolling.
  3. Chill: Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set and firm up.
  4. Store and serve: Transfer the protein balls into an airtight container and store them in the fridge or freezer. Enjoy them chilled or at room temperature as a convenient and healthy snack.

Notes

  • If you prefer a sweeter snack, add more honey or a drizzle of maple syrup.
  • Feel free to substitute almond butter with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter for variation.
  • For added texture, mix in some chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips.
  • These protein balls make a great on-the-go snack and can last up to one week refrigerated or up to a month frozen.