Description
Indulge in the rich and satisfying taste of Dark Chocolate Protein Balls (No Bake, Low Carb). These delicious bite-sized treats are packed with nutritious ingredients like pea protein and cacao powder, making them perfect for a quick energy boost or a guilt-free dessert. With their smooth texture and deep chocolate flavor, they’re suitable for various dietary preferences as they are paleo, vegan, and nut-free. Enjoy them as a post-workout snack or a sweet treat any time of the day. Plus, their no-bake preparation means you can whip them up in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (as needed)
- 3–4 oz dark chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Flaked sea salt (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pea protein, cacao powder, and salt.
- Add the sunflower seed butter and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually add water until you achieve a playdough-like consistency.
- Roll the mixture into tablespoon-sized balls and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Freeze for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt dark chocolate with coconut oil in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.
- Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off before placing them on parchment paper.
- Drizzle leftover chocolate over the balls and sprinkle with flaked sea salt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg