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Protein chocolate peanut butter balls

Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls (Gluten Free)

casey bumpsteed
These Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls are my go-to for a quick, satisfying snack that tastes just like a Reese’s cup! They’re naturally gluten-free, made with just 5 simple ingredients, and come together in 10 minutes. Perfect for a delicious, high-protein, no-bake treat!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 10 balls
Calories 104 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the balls:
  • 1 ½ cups Medjool dates pitted (about 12–15 large dates)
  • ¼ cup peanut butter powder
  • 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter use natural, no sugar added if possible
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • For the topping:
  • 3 –4 peanut butter chocolate cups use dairy-free if needed, like Justin’s or Unreal
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Place the pitted dates in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for 10–15 minutes until soft.
  • Drain the dates and add them to a blender or food processor.
  • Add the peanut butter powder, peanut butter, and vanilla extract. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and sticky. If your blender struggles, stop and scrape down the sides, then blend again. If needed, add 1 teaspoon of water to help it blend—but only if necessary.
  • Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion out the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper. Roll each scoop into a ball using your hands. If the mixture sticks, lightly wet your fingers with water. You should get about 10–12 balls.
  • Break up the peanut butter chocolate cups into a small bowl. Melt them in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. (Alternatively, melt using a double boiler on the stove.)
  • Spoon the melted chocolate over the top of each ball. While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top.
  • Place the balls in the fridge for 30–60 minutes until the chocolate hardens. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week—or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Make sure to soak the dates until soft so they blend smoothly.
Natural, unsweetened peanut butter works best!
If the mixture feels too sticky, chill it for 10–15 minutes.
Sprinkle sea salt while the chocolate is still warm so it sticks properly.

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0.002mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 183mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 43IUCalcium: 19mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword no bake date balls, peanut date balls, protein chocolate peanut butter balls
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