Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter Protein Balls
These chocolate-covered protein balls are a delicious and satisfying snack made with simple ingredients. They’re packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber to keep you fueled throughout the day. Perfect for meal prep, they make a great grab-and-go option!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1.5 cups almond flour
- 3/4 cup powdered peanut butter - like PB2 or PBfit
- 1/2 cup filtered milk - fat free fairlife or arla bob
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 10-20 drops liquid stevia - add to taste
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate - melted
- 1 tablespoon refined coconut oil - melted
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a medium mixing bowl, and mix well with a wooden spoon.1/4 cup old-fashioned oats, 1.5 cups almond flour, 3/4 cup powdered peanut butter, 1/2 cup filtered milk, 1/4 cup ground flaxseed, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 10-20 drops liquid stevia
- Taste and add extra liquid stevia if needed.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch-sized balls and place them in the freezer to chill for 15 minutes.
- While they're chilling, melt the dark chocolate in 30 second intervals. Melt the coconut oil in a separate bowl (you can put these in the microwave at the same time). Mix the melted chocolate and coconut oil together. It should be very runny.3.5 oz dark chocolate, 1 tablespoon refined coconut oil
- Remove the protein balls from the freezer and dip each one, one at a time, in the melted chocolate. Use two forks to remove the ball, gently tapping it to remove the excess chocolate.
- Place the chocolate covered balls on parchment paper and then chill in the freezer for 10 minutes, or until they're hard.
- Dig in and enjoy or chill in the fridge for later!
Notes
- Protein boost: Swap in vanilla or chocolate protein powder for extra grams of protein.
- Texture tip: If the mixture is too dry, add a splash more milk. If too wet, a bit more almond flour will help.
- Chocolate coating trick: If the melted chocolate starts thickening while dipping, reheat it for a few seconds to keep it smooth.
- Mess-free dipping: Use a fork to coat the balls and tap off excess chocolate for a clean finish.
- Extra crunch: Roll the chocolate-covered balls in crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or chia seeds before the chocolate hardens.
Storage instructions
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Freezer: Keep them in a freezer-safe container for up to three months. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating.
- Layering Tip: If stacking in a container, place wax paper or parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.
- Grab-and-Go: Store in portioned snack bags for an easy, on-the-go healthy treat.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg