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    Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

    Published: Jan 20, 2021 · Modified: Sep 17, 2021 by Seanna · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. · 4 Comments

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    Bite sized balls drizzled with chocolate with chocolate chips sprinkled on white plate on light blue linen napkin.

    Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls - Try these Craving Crushing Healthy Snacks made with Steel Cut Oats, Peanut Butter and Dark Chocolate! So good! And super simple to make.

    Image of bite sized Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein balls drizzled with chocolate with chocolate chips sprinkled on white plate on light blue linen napkin.
    These Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls are so delish!

    Looking for a healthy snack to satisfy your craving for something sweet in between meals, or a great snack for athletes needing complex carbs, protein, and healthy fat? Look no further.  We've got you covered!

    This tasty recipe has been floating around from a number of sources.  But I got it from my good friend.  They were so good, I couldn't stop eating them.  So, I thought I'd share the recipe with you!

    Here's what you'll need to make them:

    Ingredients for Balls:

    • 1 Cup Organic Steel Cut Oats
    • 1 Cup Protein Powder
    • ½ Cup Organic Flax Meal
    • ½ Cup Organic Dark Chocolate Chips, melted.
    • ¾ Cup Organic Peanut Butter
    • ⅓ Cup Organic Honey
    • 1 Teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

    Ingredient for Topping:

    • ½ Cup Organic Dark Chocolate Chips, melted, reserved.

    Equipment:

    • Food Processor
    • Rubber Spatula
    • Measuring Cups for dry ingredients.
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Glass Measuring Cup for melting Chocolate.
    • Spoon for drizzling Chocolate
    • Sheet Pan
    • Parchment Paper

    How to Make Them

    Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls are super simple to make following these simple steps:

    Combine Ingredients and Shape Balls:

    Step 1:  Place all ingredients for balls into a food processor.

    Image of measured Ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls in food processor.
    Add the ingredients to the food processor.

    Step 2:  Process until smooth.

    Step 3:  Shape into 1 inch round balls.

    Bite sized balls drizzled with chocolate with chocolate chips sprinkled on white plate on light blue linen napkin.
    Shape into balls and they are ready for the freezer!

    Step 4:  Place balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for 10 minutes.

    Topping:

    Step 5:  Melt chocolate chips in the microwave on high for 1 minute.

    Step 6:  Take prepared balls out of freezer and drizzle each with melted chocolate.  Enjoy!

    Bite sized Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein balls drizzled with chocolate pictured in rows on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
    Drizzle with Melted Chocolate and Enjoy!

    Just in Case You Were Wondering

    Are Protein Balls Good for You?

    Remember the phrase, you are what you eat? Ingredients and portions matter! So, pay attention to the quality and quantity of what you consume and stay within the Daily Recommended Allowances.

    Not a Chocolate Lover?

    Not into the Chocolate? Try our tasty Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe!

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    Watch How To Make Them:

    Storage Suggestions:

    Store these Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls in the freezer so you can have a healthy snack on hand to crush those cravings for something sweet in between meals!

    Bite sized balls drizzled with chocolate with chocolate chips sprinkled on white plate on light blue linen napkin.
    These Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls are so delish!

    We hope you enjoy this tasty recipe for Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls. Let us know in the comments if you think they're as addictively delish as we do!! We'd love to hear from you!

    xo ~ Seanna

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    Bite sized balls drizzled with chocolate with chocolate chips sprinkled on white plate on light blue linen napkin.

    Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls


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    5 from 1 reviews

    • Author: Seanna | Seanna's Kitchen
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 24 Balls 1x
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    Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls - Try this Craving Crushing Healthy Snack made with Steel Cut Oats, Peanut Butter and Dark Chocolate! So Good!

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    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 1 cup Organic Steel Cut Oats
    • 1 cup Protein Powder
    • ½ cup Organic Flax Meal
    • ½ cup Organic Dark Chocolate Chips, melted.
    • ¾ cup Organic Peanut Butter
    • ⅓ cup Organic Honey
    • 1 Teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
    • ½ cup Organic Dark Chocolate Chips, melted, reserved.

    Instructions

    1. Combine Ingredients. Place all ingredients for balls into a food processor.
    2. Process.  Pulse until smooth.
    3. Shape.  Take a small amounts of dough and roll it into 1 inch round balls.
    4. Freeze.  Place balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for 10 minutes.
    5. Microwave Chips.  Melt chocolate chips in the microwave on high for 1 minute.
    6. Drizzle on the Chocolate.  Take prepared balls out of freezer and drizzle each with melted chocolate.  Enjoy!

    Equipment

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    Notes

    Storage Suggestions:  Store these Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls in the freezer so you can have a healthy snack on hand to crush those cravings for something sweet in between meals!

    • Prep Time: 30 Minutes
    • Category: Desserts
    • Method: Food Processor
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 Ball
    • Calories: 202
    • Sugar: 8 g
    • Sodium: 16.5 mg
    • Fat: 11.2 g
    • Carbohydrates: 17.8 g
    • Protein: 7.4 g
    • Cholesterol: 1.1 mg

    Keywords: Healthy Snacks, Peanut Butter

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    Comments

    1. Kate U

      February 08, 2022 at 5:13 pm

      These are not only healthy… they are delicious!!! Love the storage tip ideas too! They definitely need to be frozen or they are gone very quickly:)

      Reply
      • Seanna

        February 09, 2022 at 8:26 am

        Thank you! I like to hide them in the freezer too!

        Reply
    2. Laura

      April 13, 2021 at 6:40 pm

      These are so yummy. I made them for my daughter. She's a rummer and always needs some extra energy. LOL

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Seanna

        April 14, 2021 at 3:36 pm

        Don't we all! I keep them around for my athletes, too. But they go fast, so I hide them in the freezer!

        Reply

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