Chocolate Almond Butter Protein Balls
Indulge in these delicious Chocolate Almond Butter Protein Balls that perfectly combine rich chocolate and nutty almond butter, making for a satisfying and nutritious snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups oats
- 1 cup almond butter Can substitute with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
- ⅓ cup chia seeds
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder Plus ½ tsp for dusting.
- ¼ cup pistachios, chopped
- 1 tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine the oats, almond butter, chia seeds, 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, chopped pistachios, and alcohol-free vanilla extract.
- Use a spoon to mix everything well until fully combined.
- Take small amounts of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls using your hands.
- Place the rolled balls on a sheet of parchment paper in an airtight container.
- Dust the balls with the remaining cocoa powder.
- Refrigerate or freeze the protein balls for at least a few hours, or overnight for best results.
Notes
Store protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months, separating layers with parchment paper. Chill the dough if it feels too sticky before rolling.