Ooey Gooey Brownie Batter Protein Balls (No Bake, No Blender Required) Recipe
These Ooey Gooey Brownie Batter Protein Balls are a delicious no-bake, no-blender-required snack packed with protein and chocolate flavor. Made with almond flour, cocoa powder, almond butter, and chocolate protein powder, they provide a perfect energy-boosting treat that’s quick to prepare and easy to store. Enjoy them chilled for a gooey texture reminiscent of brownie batter, ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth while fueling your body.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings (2 balls per serving, makes 16-20 balls)
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.25 cups almond flour (or oat flour)
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup chocolate protein powder (protein of choice)
- ¼ teaspoon instant coffee
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup almond butter (or cashew butter)
- ¼ cup maple syrup (or honey or agave)
- ¼ cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
Add-ins
- ¼ cup chocolate chunks (Hu chocolate bar chopped or chocolate chips)
Instructions
- Prepare the mixing tray: Line a tray with parchment paper to place the protein balls on for freezing and setting.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1.25 cups almond flour, ¼ cup cocoa powder, ½ cup chocolate protein powder, ¼ teaspoon instant coffee, ¾ cup almond butter, ¼ cup maple syrup, and ¼ cup almond milk. Use a hand mixer or mix vigorously by hand until the mixture reaches a play dough-like consistency, sticky but easy to form into balls.
- Add chocolate chunks: Fold in the ¼ cup chocolate chunks evenly throughout the mixture, ensuring every ball will have pockets of melty chocolate.
- Form the protein balls: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, portion out the mixture into 16 to 20 balls, each about 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter. Place the formed balls onto the prepared parchment-lined tray.
- Freeze to set: Place the tray of protein balls in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up and hold their shape.
- Store appropriately: Once set, transfer the protein balls to an airtight container and keep them refrigerated or frozen until ready to enjoy. The serving size is 2 balls.
Notes
- Almond flour can be substituted with oat flour if preferred or to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Use your favorite chocolate protein powder to customize flavor and nutritional content.
- Sweeteners such as honey or agave can replace maple syrup based on preference.
- The instant coffee enhances the chocolate flavor but can be omitted if desired.
- If you want a firmer texture, keep the protein balls in the freezer; for a softer, chewy texture, refrigerate them.
- These protein balls are perfect as a pre- or post-workout snack or a healthy dessert alternative.
