Vegan Protein Balls

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. Similarly, these little honey bites can be whipped up quickly.

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!

1. Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips in a mixing bowl.
2. Stir to achieve a smooth dough.
3. Fold in chocolate chips.
4. 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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