Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolaty goodness of Dark Chocolate Protein Balls (No Bake, Low Carb). These delightful bites are not only quick and easy to prepare but also pack a nutritional punch, making them an ideal snack for any time of day. With wholesome ingredients like pea protein and sunflower seed butter, these protein balls are perfect for a post-workout treat or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Plus, they cater to various dietary needs being vegan, paleo, and nut-free! Enjoy the guilt-free indulgence of dark chocolate that satisfies your sweet tooth while fueling your body.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup Nuzest rich chocolate pea protein
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1/2 cup sunflower seed butter
- 3–4 oz dark chocolate
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Flaked sea salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pea protein, cacao powder, and salt.
- Add sunflower seed butter and vanilla extract; incorporate water gradually until a dough-like consistency forms.
- Roll into 1-tablespoon-sized balls and place them 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 in melted chocolate and place on parchment paper.
- Sprinkle with flaked sea salt before allowing the chocolate to set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 107
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 24mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg