A simple, healthy snack recipe for busy on the go moms. These chocolate protein balls with protein powder are perfect as a midday snack or for some post-workout fuel. The homemade protein balls without peanut butter are a no-bake recipe that’s also allergy-friendly. Whip up these no-bake chocolate protein balls and stay fueled on the go! These homemade protein balls with protein powder are a new staple in the house! I recently became obsessed with “bounce balls” that I found at the grocery store and decided to make my own. Consequently, with a few simple tweaks, these no-bake protein balls came together. Use these protein balls without peanut butter for: Don’t want to read? JUMP to the recipe! Making the swap to going dairy-free (read more about my tips on how to go dairy-free and not hate food!) means that I obviously cut whey protein powder out of my diet. Thus, using vegan protein powder was a bit of a game-changer. That is to say, there are some things you should know: I have a few brands of vegan protein powder I love. Orgain Protein Powder is one of them and what I used for these homemade chocolate protein balls. Orgain protein powder is allergy-friendly (no soy, gluten-free, kosher, vegan etc), has no added sugar, and no artificial sweeteners. Likewise, it has also won the Preventions Cleanest Packaged Food Award! In fact, it has 21 grams of vegan protein per scoop and it’s a clean enough brand that I feel comfortable giving it to my girls. If you want to give it a try, check it out and use code mamabear30 for 10% off your first-ever order. Macadamia nuts will give these chocolate protein balls with protein powder more indulgent. Regardless, they’re not the only nut you can use. In particular, both almonds and cashews can be used in place of macadamia nuts though it will alter the flavor slightly This is a personal preference. I personally believe that these protein balls without peanut butter are a great snack for kids! However, it’s the parents’ call. Specifically, some people don’t think kids should have protein powder. In contrast, I think that as long as you have a quality protein powder and trust it’s the source, it’s okay. In fact, this website says it’ best when they mention “I hardly think that protein powder is the biggest threat to our kids”. When checking out the new protein powder, especially if my kiddos are going to be using it, I like to look for a few of these points: This depends greatly on the protein powder you use! Being that, the sweeter the protein powder, the sweeter the no-bake chocolate protein balls. Likewise, with Orgain Protein Powder the protein balls come out tasty but not too sweet. Keeping in mind that cacao powder is naturally slightly bitter. Thus, if you want sweeter balls I’d suggest using cocoa powder as it’s more processed but also sweeter (check out the mega benefits of cacao powder). Yes! The chocolate protein balls without peanut butter do freeze well but they require time to thaw before consuming them. These homemade protein balls can be stored in the fridge or the freezer. Nothing that, they can be eaten straight out of the fridge but thaw 5-7 minutes if they’re coming from the freezer. Side note: if using them for school lunches, store them in the freezer! Then, place them in the lunchpail frozen and they’ll be thawed and perfect by the time your kiddo eats them for first or even last snack. First, in a small food processor, chop the macadamia nuts into small pieces- make sure not to grind them all into a flour, you want some texture left. Then, in a large bowl, combine the protein powder, cocoa, palm sugar, oat flour, and sea salt. Pour in the brown rice syrup and begin to mix. Finally, add the almond milk and continue to mix until everything looks like one sticky ball. Chop the almonds into small pieces and place them in a shallow bowl. Using your hands, portion the mixture into balls. Roll each ball in the almonds until coated and set on a piece of parchment paper when done. You’ll need to press the almonds into the balls firmly so it sticks. In addition to this, to prevent the mixture from sticking to your hands too much, rub some coconut oil on them as needed. Place the balls in the freezer for thirty minutes to set. Makes 9 balls. Need some more fuel? Similarly, need healthy snacks on hand you’ll actually love? Whip up the protein powder based snacks below! Keeping in mind that all of the protein recipes above can be made and frozen. Hence they’re great staples for busy moms. Likewise, these no-bake chocolate protein balls make the perfect no-bake snack option. They taste decadent, are full of healthy fats and the protein will keep you full. Thus, they’re perfect for on the go situations when you need something to munch on! Homemade Chocolate Protein Balls With Protein Powder (dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan)
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Chocolate Macadamia Protein Balls
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These no bake chocolate macadamia protein balls make the perfect quick, easy snack. Filled with proteins and healthy fats these are great for moms and kids.
Prep Time 21 hours 43 minutes
Cook Time 21 hours 43 minutes
Servings 9 balls
In a small food processor, chop the macadamia nuts into small pieces- make sure not to grind them all into a flour, you want some texture left.
In a large bowl, combine the protein powder, cocoa, palm sugar, oat flour and seat salt.
Pour in the brown rice syrup and begin to mix.
Slowly add the almond milk and continue to mix until everything looks like one sticky ball.
Chop the almonds into small pieces and place them in a shallow bowl.
Using your hands, portion the mixture into balls. Roll each ball in the almonds until coated and set on a piece of parchment paper when done. You'll need to press the almonds into the balls firmly so it sticks.
Note: to prevent the mixture sticking to your hands too much, rub some coconut oil on them as needed.
Place the balls in the freezer for thirty minutes to set. Balls can be eaten out of the freezer or left in the fridge (though they will be pretty soft in the fridge)
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