Double Chocolate Protein Energy Bites
High in protein and high in carb, these little bites pack a nutritious punch! And will satisfy your chocolate cravings :)
Servings: 46 bites
Ingredients
- 100 grams rolled oats approx. 1 cup
- 60 grams dark chocolate chips approx. 1/3 cup
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 60 grams chocolate protein powder 2 scoops
- 180 grams smooth peanut butter approx. 3/4 cup
- 50 grams maple syrup or honey (approx. 1/4 cup)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chocolate chips, chia seeds, protein powder, peanut butter, maple syrup, and cocoa powder. Mix thoroughly until well combined and sticky.
- Take small portions and roll them into bite-sized balls using your hands. Adjust the size based on your preference.
- Place the energy bites in an airtight container and store them at room temperature.
Notes
Nutrition:
- The whole bowl has 235 grams of carbs, and 104 grams of protein. So if you make 46 balls, each one has 5.1 grams of carbs and 2.3 grams of protein. To calculate the specific value, take the total (ex: 104 grams protein) and divide it by the number of balls you rolled. So if you rolled giant balls and made only 26 of them, they would each have 4 grams of protein (104/26=4).
- These energy bites can be stored in an airtight container on the counter for up to two weeks.
- If you want to extend their shelf life, consider freezing them. Place the bites on a tray in the freezer until firm, then transfer them to a freezer-friendly bag or container. They can be stored in the freezer for up to two months.
- Peanut Butter: Feel free to use any nut or seed butter that suits your taste or dietary preferences, such as almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter.
- Protein Powder: Choose a protein powder flavour that complements the other ingredients. Vanilla or chocolate-flavoured protein powders work well in this recipe.
- Maple Syrup: Honey or agave nectar can be used as substitutes for maple syrup. Adjust the quantity based on your desired sweetness level.
- Chocolate Chips: Experiment with different types of chocolate chips, such as dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or even white chocolate. You can also use chopped nuts or dried fruit as an alternative.
- Get creative with add-ins! Consider incorporating chopped nuts, dried fruits (like raisins or cranberries), or even a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavour.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup, depending on your taste preferences.
- For a crunchy texture, you can use crunchy peanut butter, or add in crushed nuts.
- If the mixture is too dry and crumbly, add a bit more peanut butter or maple syrup to help it bind together.
- To make the rolling process easier and avoid sticky hands, lightly dampen your hands with water before shaping the mixture into balls.