Description
Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of Dark Chocolate Protein Balls (No Bake, Low Carb)! These delectable bites are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without derailing your healthy lifestyle. Packed with plant-based protein and rich chocolate flavor, they make an ideal post-workout snack or a delightful treat anytime. With no baking required, you can whip them up in just 45 minutes. Suitable for paleo, vegan, and nut-free diets, these energy balls are versatile and customizable to suit your taste. Enjoy a nutritious indulgence that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup Nuzest rich chocolate pea protein
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup sunflower seed butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 Tbsp water (more or less as needed)
- 3–4 oz dark chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- flaked sea salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine pea protein, cacao powder, and salt.
- Add sunflower seed butter and vanilla extract; mix well. Gradually add water until dough-like consistency is reached.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Freeze for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt dark chocolate with coconut oil in a saucepan over low heat.
- Dip each ball into melted chocolate and place them on parchment paper.
- Sprinkle with flaked sea salt before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg