These Vegan Protein Balls are a delicious and easy low carb snack. Made with almond butter, almond flour, and a touch of maple syrup. Gluten-free.
Healthy snacking doesn't have to be hard.
If you are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, or all of the above, these low carb protein balls are a perfect fit.
Protein Balls Ingredients
Protein balls, also known as energy balls, require few ingredients and little prep time. Here are the major ingredients you will need:
Almond butter - full of protein, vitamins, minerals, and heart-healthy monounsaturated fat.
Almond flour - rich in vitamin E, magnesium, and source of protein.
Maple syrup - an unrefined natural sweetener containing vitamins and minerals.
Vanilla extract - adds flavor that compliments the almond.
Dairy-free chocolate chips - mini chips work best but regular work well too.
How to Make Protein Balls
Get out a mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons, and a spatula, it's time to make gluten-free protein balls!
- Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips in a mixing bowl.
- Stir to achieve a smooth dough.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough with a tablespoon and roll into balls.
Storing protein balls
Store protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep fresh.
Mix it up
You can easily swap the almond butter for peanut butter in this recipe. Reminiscent of a peanut butter chocolate chip cookie!
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Vegan Protein Balls
Ingredients
- ½ cup (135g) almond butter well stirred
- ½ cup + 3 tablespoons (124g) almond flour
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons dairy-free mini chocolate chips (or regular)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips in a mixing bowl. Stir until mixture is smooth. (Oil content of almond butter can vary. Make sure it is well stirred. Add a little extra almond flour if necessary to achieve desired consistency.)
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough with a tablespoon and roll into balls.
- Store protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Sarah
I love to make a batch ahead of time to keep in my fridge. Then they are ready to go if I am craving a snack or quick protein. So much better than the processed stuff you get in the stores!
Tessa
Grab and go is the best!
Brynne
These are such a treat post-workout...and really anytime.
Tessa
Would be perfect for that!