Description
These Chocolate Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack, perfect for a quick energy boost or post-workout treat. Made with oats, chocolate protein powder, almond butter, and a touch of honey, they combine wholesome ingredients with a rich chocolate flavor. Easy to prepare and no baking required, these bite-sized snacks are ideal for on-the-go lifestyles.
Ingredients
Scale
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
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, almond butter, honey, and almond milk. Stir thoroughly until a consistent dough forms.
- Form Balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, ensuring they are compact. If the mixture feels sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before rolling to make handling easier.
- Chill the Balls: Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up and hold their shape.
- Store: Transfer the protein balls to an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator or freezer and enjoy either chilled or at room temperature as a convenient, healthy snack.
Notes
- Use natural almond butter without added sugars or oils for a healthier option.
- Adjust the almond milk quantity slightly if the dough is too dry or too wet.
- These protein balls can be stored in the fridge for up to one week or frozen for longer storage.
- For added crunch, consider mixing in chopped nuts or seeds.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup for a vegan alternative, though that changes the diet classification.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
