Snack time is my most important time of the day. Therefore, it is critical for me to find a satisfying, healthy and sweet snack to forgo the 3pm slump. Well folks, these Chocolate Brownie Protein Balls have all those qualities and more!
If you have ever made brownies and slipped a nibble (or maybe a heaping spoonful) of the batter, these Chocolate Brownie Protein Balls taste just as yummy. However, the great thing about them are they are beyond healthy, packed with protein and refined-sugar free!
Looking for more great things about this recipe? Well, they are quick and easy to make and require no baking which is always a time saver. Not to mention they can easily be both gluten-free and vegan by using GF ground oats and a vegan liquid sweetener instead of honey.
If you are looking to make this recipe 100% your own than try out this Almond Butter recipe to include rather than purchasing it from a store.
I promise you will absolutely love these Chocolate Brownie Protein Balls whether you are a chocolate lover or just a lover of sweets. They guilt free and a perfect way to finish a meal or even finish a workout!
Ingredients
1 cup ground oats
1 cup almond butter
½ cup honey
1 tsp vanilla
2 TBSP chia seeds
2 TBSP cocoa powder
1 heaping scoop chocolate protein powder
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium bowl and stir until well combined
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes to make dough easier to handle
- Using approximately 1 TBSP of dough shape into individual balls
- Make approximately 16 balls
- Keep in a sealed container and store in fridge.
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Cheers to a healthier you!
Tricia
xo