High Protein Nutty Chocolate Energy Balls
Fuel your day with these irresistible *High Protein Nutty Chocolate Energy Balls*—a no-bake, gluten-free snack that's as wholesome as it is delicious. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like almond butter, mixed nuts, chia seeds, and chocolate-flavored protein powder, these energy bites deliver a satisfying combination of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. The addition of unsweetened cocoa powder and mini chocolate chips brings a decadent chocolaty flavor, while a drizzle of honey and a hint of vanilla round out the sweetness naturally. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, these energy balls are perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for a grab-and-go snack or post-workout boost. Whether you're looking for a guilt-free chocolate fix or a high-protein snack to fuel your active lifestyle, this recipe will keep you energized and satisfied!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and protein powder. Stir well to evenly distribute the protein powder throughout the oats.
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.
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.
Remove the almond butter and honey mixture from the heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Pour the warm almond butter mixture over the dry ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
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.
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.
Once all the mixtures are shaped into balls, refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes to set.
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
Calories |
2515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.0 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1192 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.2 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.7 g | 213% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.5 g | ||
| Protein | 168.7 g | 337% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1058 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 30.0 mg | 167% | |
| Potassium | 3458 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
