Print

Chocolate Brownie Protein Balls Recipe

Print Recipe

★★★★★

4.5 from 116 reviews

These Chocolate Brownie Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack combining creamy almond butter with chocolate protein powder and cocoa. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they are coated in rich melted chocolate and sprinkled with flaky sea salt for a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. No baking required, making them a convenient and healthy treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup creamy almond butter
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt

Coating

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
  • Flaky sea salt (for sprinkling on top)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the protein balls from sticking and to make clean-up easier.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Add the almond flour, chocolate protein powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, and sea salt to the wet mixture. Mix thoroughly until a uniform dough forms.
  4. Form balls: Using about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the mixture, roll it into small balls with your hands and place each on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Chill the balls: Freeze the formed balls for 15 minutes or refrigerate them for 30 minutes, allowing them to firm up and become easier to handle for dipping.
  6. Melt chocolate coating: Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  7. Dip balls in chocolate: Dip each chilled protein ball into the melted chocolate, gently letting any excess chocolate drip off before returning them to the parchment-lined tray.
  8. Add final touch and chill: Sprinkle each dipped ball with flaky sea salt. Refrigerate the protein balls for at least one hour to allow the chocolate coating to set before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan version.
  • Use dark chocolate chips that are dairy-free if you want to keep it vegan.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute almond butter and almond flour with sunflower seed butter and seed flour.
  • Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Freezing the balls before dipping helps them hold their shape and makes dipping easier.

Keywords: Protein balls, chocolate snack, healthy snack, no-bake treats, almond butter, protein powder, energy balls

Find it online: https://tastewithamy.com/chocolate-brownie-protein-balls-recipe/