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Make this No-bake Brownie Protein balls recipe for a fun, delicious treat that the whole family can enjoy. They are easy to make, gluten-free, high in protein, and full of chocolate flavor! Makes about ten bites.
Chocolate balls you will love
These chocolate Protein balls are so rich and delicious, made with added protein powder, easy to make, and taste just like brownies! My kids snack on these all day and we hardly have any leftovers! Well, that’s because I have five kids lol. But seriously, they store well so even if you have some left, store them in the fridge and enjoy them all week.
You may also like my no-bake protein energy bites or these oatmeal cookie dough bites.
Ingredients needed
- Almond flour or almond meal
- Whey Protein chocolate flavor: you may use plant-based protein for a vegan option. If you only have vanilla flavored, you can use that.
- Cocoa powder: use unsweetened
- Nut butter: Almond butter, cashew butter, peanut butter, or sunflower butter. I love almond butter, and I find that it tastes better in this recipe than peanut butter.
- Honey: Honey is stickier than maple syrup and is preferred over other sweeteners. But to keep it vegan-friendly, you can swap for maple syrup or agave.
- Water– you will need just a tiny bit to stick things together.
- Mini chocolate chips– I used Dark chocolate chips, you can use dairy-free options. I sometimes mix dark and semi-sweet chocolate chips to trick my kids. They can’t tell the difference.
This is just a quick list of ingredients needed. Full measurements are listed further down below in the recipe card with a print option as well.
How to make Brownie Bites
Step 1: First, In a medium bowl, mix the almond flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, almond butter, honey, and water.
Step 2: Using a silicone spatula, mix together until a dough forms. If the dough is dry, add another teaspoon of water.
Step 3: Next, form the dough into 1-inch balls. Then, place the chocolate chips on a plate and roll the balls of dough into the chocolate chips.
Step 4: Finally, place the balls on a parchment-lined pan and chill until ready to eat.
Recipe notes and Tips
- Vegan Option: If you are looking for a vegan brownie bite recipe, use a plant-based protein powder and either maple syrup or agave.
- Flour: I used almond flour, but you can swap this with other flours like coconut flour or blend some quick oats to get a semi-flour texture. Try to swap for the same quantities. If the brownie bites are too dry, add one tablespoon of water at a time till you get a dough-like consistency.
- Add-ons: Consider adding either one tablespoon of chia seeds for some healthy fats or one tablespoon of ground flax seed.
- Protein: If you do not want to use protein powder, that’s fine, you can add in more almond flour or some ground flax seed. Use equal amounts.
- Nut butter: any nut butter would work for this recipe. Use what you like and what you have on hand.
Frequently asked questions
Homemade protein bites or balls are better options when compared to store-bought snacks. They may not be low in calories due to all the ingredients that go into them like nut butter which is high in calories and fats. But generally, they are wholesome ingredients and good for you to have occasionally as a healthier snack option or dessert option.
Proteins balls are simply put a bite of goodness. Protein balls or bites are made of a combination of oats, nut butter, nuts, flaxseed, protein powder, and other simple ingredients to make a healthy snack option that is rolled into bite-sized balls. They usually have the right amount of calories and fats to make a perfectly healthy snack or dessert.
Yes. Any nut butter will work. You are free to do whatever, lol. But I personally like using almond butter for this recipe.
Storage recommendations
Store leftover brownie bites in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 10 days. You can freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, place them in the fridge the night before to thaw.
More energy bites
- No-Bake Birthday Cake Protein Bites
- Best No-Bake energy bites
- Cookies and Cream Energy Bites
- Carrot Cake Energy Bites
- Oatmeal Cookie Dough Bites
- Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites
- Walnut and Dates Energy Balls
- Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Balls
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No-Bake Brownie Protein Bites
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Ingredients
- ½ Cup Almond flour , or almond meal
- 2 Scoops Whey Protein, chocolate flavor
- 2 Tbsp Cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp Almond butter , or cashew or sunflower butter
- 2 Tbsp Honey, or maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp Water
- ½ Cup Mini chocolate chips, Dark
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add together the ½ Cup Almond flour , 2 Scoops Whey Protein, 2 Tbsp Cocoa powder, 2 Tbsp Almond butter , 2 Tbsp Honey, and 2 Tbsp Water.
- Using a silicone spatula, mix well until a dough forms.
- Form the dough into 1 inch balls.
- Place the ½ Cup Mini chocolate chips on a plate and roll the balls of dough into the chocolate chips.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined pan and chill until ready to eat. Place in a bowl and store in the fridge for a few minutes. These are also ready to serve right away.
Notes
- Almond flour or coconut flour
- Any nut butter
- Honey, maple syrup, or any other sticky sweetener. We prefer honey for the best result
- Use your favorite protein powder
- Dark Chocolate chips or sugar-free
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Do you know how many grams or cups the protein powder uses?
Hi. The one scoop is pretty close to 1/4 cup. I will take a look to see what the grams is
Is it possible to cook it without the honey or maple syrup?
Hi. I am not sure if it will work. It will need something sticky to bind it all together
These were delicious!!! I added 1 scoop of collagen peptides to give them 6g more protein, I substituted chocolate whey with vanillla, I used all natural peanut butter, and substituted water with Almond milk. I did have to add about 1/4tsp extra of almond milk. I added chocolate chips right into dough mix (I only had the regular size chips so the mixed better in the dough lol)
Thank you so much for sharing!!
Awesome. Thanks for the feedback
Just made these soooo good thanks for the recipe
So glad
Can you use oat flour instead?
Yes. It should work
My daughter has been making these bad boys for a few months now. She shared the recipe and now I LOVE THEM too!!! Thanks so much for sharing this great tasting and healthy treat!
So glad you ladies love this recipe. Thanks for the feedback and tell your daughter thank you for sharing it!
I made it…it’s yummy thankyou for the receipie.i just love it !!!
So glad you liked it.
Wow! One of my new favorites! Thank you for this healthier brownie.
Protein Rich and Delicious Recipe.
Thanks, for sharing.
Can you substitute the almond flour for a different flour other than coconut? i have reactions to both flours??
Hi Johananha. You can use oat flour. Or make your own oat flour by blending some rolled oats until they are fine and use that instead.
Hi! Is there any substitute for protein powder? 🙂 thank you!
Hi you can use more almond flour instead of protein powder
I did add more protein but was still wet. Thank you
That’s odd. I am not sure but usually, if it is a bit loose or watery you add more almond flour or protein and it should work.
Can I sub the honey for pure maple syrup?
Hi Sabrina. Yes you sure can
Thanks, what’s the best storage method and how long do the leftovers last?
Hi Sabrina
Just place them in an airtight container and store in the fridge. They should be good for 7-10 days
My dough came out really wet and I couldn’t roll them properly. I followed the recipe. What should I do?
Hi Amy,
I’ve made this many times and it works for me. I am sorry! you can add either more almond flour or more protein
I love baking with my kiddos, this is our next project together. Finally a treat I don’t have to feel guilty about, thanks Rena.
Thank you so much. I hope you like it
Hi! Can you use regular flour in this recipe?
Hi Kara. It won’t work or taste right with regular flour.
Hello rena,
I want to know if I can substitute almond flour and almond milk beacuse I can’t use it due to thyroid problems.
How about coconut? are you ok with that? you can use regular milk if you like.