High Protein Nutty Chocolate Energy Balls
Fuel your day with these irresistibly delicious High Protein Nutty Chocolate Energy Balls! Packed with wholesome rolled oats, creamy almond butter, and rich chocolate-flavored protein powder, these no-bake treats are a perfect grab-and-go snack for busy mornings, pre-workout fuel, or mid-afternoon cravings. The combination of crunchy mixed nuts, nutrient-dense chia seeds, and a hint of sea salt creates the ideal balance of flavors and textures, while a touch of honey and mini chocolate chips adds just the right amount of sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes and bursting with energy-boosting, protein-rich ingredients, these bite-sized powerhouses make healthy snacking simple, satisfying, and downright enjoyable. Store them in the fridge or freezer to have a nutrient-packed snack at your fingertips anytime!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup almond butter
- 0.5 cup protein powder (chocolate flavor)
- 0.5 cup chopped mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and protein powder. Stir well to evenly distribute the protein powder throughout the oats.
Step 2
Add chopped mixed nuts, unsweetened cocoa powder, chia seeds, mini chocolate chips, and sea salt to the oat mixture. Stir to combine all the dry ingredients.
Step 3
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the almond butter and honey, stirring constantly until smooth and well-blended. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Remove the almond butter and honey mixture from the heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Step 5
Pour the warm almond butter mixture over the dry ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
Step 6
Add 2 tablespoons of water to help bind the mixture and stir everything together with a spatula or your hands until a thick, well-combined dough forms.
Step 7
Using a tablespoon scoop or your hands, roll small portions of the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 8
Once all the mixtures are shaped into balls, refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes to set.
Step 9
Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month. Enjoy as a convenient, high-protein snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (580.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2515.4 |
| Total Fat 131.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g | |
| Cholesterol 40mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1192.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 211.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 59.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 76.5g | |
| Protein 168.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1057.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 30.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3457.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories