Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Servings: 16 balls
Calories: 114kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup brown rice protein or protein powder of choice (chocolate, vanilla or unflavored)
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon espresso powder optional
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ⅔ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 3 tablespoon cocoa nibs (optional) or another add in such as dark chocolate chips, peanuts or coconut flakes
- water as needed
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine peanut butter and maple syrup.
- Add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture. Use a rubber spatula to mix the wet and dry ingredients thoroughly, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time as needed. (I typically need to add 3-4 tablespoons). Stir in the cacao nibs.
- Line a dish with a silicone mat, parchment paper, or wax paper. Scoop a heaping tablespoon of the mixture, roll it into a ball and set it in the dish. Repeat with the remaining mixture (it should make about 16).
- Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
Leftovers
Store at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ball | Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 117mg | Potassium: 92mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
