Description
Dark Chocolate Protein Balls (No Bake, Low Carb) are the ultimate guilt-free snack that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping your health goals on track. These protein-rich bites are easy to prepare and require no baking, making them perfect for busy lifestyles or post-workout refueling. Made with wholesome ingredients like pea protein and sunflower seed butter, these treats cater to various dietary needs, including vegan, paleo, and nut-free. The rich dark chocolate coating adds a luscious finish that elevates these snacks from simple to decadent. Enjoy them as a quick breakfast option, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a delightful dessert without compromising your healthy eating habits.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Nuzest rich chocolate pea protein (28g)
- 1/4 cup cacao powder (22g)
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup sunflower seed butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 Tbsp water (more or less as needed)
- 3–4 oz dark chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- flaked sea salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients: pea protein, cacao powder, and salt.
- Add sunflower seed butter and vanilla extract; mix in water gradually until the mixture is cohesive.
- Roll into 1 tablespoon-sized balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Freeze for 30 minutes to set.
- Melt dark chocolate with coconut oil in a saucepan over low heat.
- Dip each ball in the melted chocolate and return to parchment paper.
- Drizzle remaining chocolate on top and sprinkle with flaked sea salt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg