Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup and 1 tablespoon rice malt syrup
- 1 scoop or 30g unflavored protein powder
- 1/4 cup cacao
Chocolate coating
- 50g to 60g vegan chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Preparation
If your peanut butter is thick for mixing, heat it in a heat-proof bowl over boiling water for a few minutes.
Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl until fully combined.
Roll into small bite-sized balls and place on a tray lined with baking paper.
Refrigerate the balls while preparing the chocolate.
Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a heat-proof bowl over boiling water.
Remove the balls from the refrigerator.
Dip each ball into the chocolate, coat evenly, and drain excess chocolate using a fork.
Place the coated balls back on the tray with baking paper and refrigerate.
Optionally, top with crushed peanuts immediately after coating to ensure they stick.
Notes
Peanuts are a healthy, low FODMAP, high-protein vegan option rich in monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, niacin, folate, protein, and manganese, which promote heart health.
Peanut butter adds bulk, creaminess, and calories to snacks, smoothies, treats, meals, and sauces.
