Description
Delicious chocolate protein balls that are perfect for a post-workout boost or a quick, healthy dessert.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (approx 57g)
- 2 scoops chocolate protein powder
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- 5 pitted medjool dates
- 100 g dark chocolate
- 1 pinch flakey sea salt
Instructions
- Add rolled oats to a food processor and blend until fine.
- Combine oat flour and chocolate protein powder in a bowl.
- Soak the dates in boiling water for 10 minutes, then blend until smooth.
- Add blended dates, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla to the bowl and mix until combined.
- Incorporate the oat and protein mixture gradually until sticky dough forms.
- Roll the dough into bite-sized balls.
- Melt dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave, adding 1 tsp of butter for smoothness.
- Coat the balls in melted chocolate and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Chill in the fridge for about an hour before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American