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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
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.
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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.
Very healthy recipe. Loved it
Can date syrup be used in place of honey or maple syrup?
I haven’t tested it. But I would assume yes because any sticky sweetener will work.
So yummy
I made these and they turned out so good. I mixed all the dry ingredients first until there was no clumps then added the wet ingredients and the consistency was perfect. I will be making these regularly.
These are great. I’ve tried several healthy brownie recipes that I wouldn’t make again. With your recipe I don’t need to look any further because it’s a winner!
Awe thank you so much. So glad you loved it.
These are really good!! I used some white chocolate chips in place of the regular chocolate chips just because of personal preference, and I love them!!! Highly recommend. ⭐️
Amazing. Thank you
I made these last night for my family and they are SO GOOD! Both my husband and my kids loved them. I will definitely be making these again. Thank you!
Can you use regular flour and regular butter for the protein balls?
Not sure.I would have to test it
No, regular flour needs to be baked or it’s not food safe.
I made these with 1/4c regular flour & 1/4c almond flour, put those in a microwavable dish and zapped it for 30sec(depending on how powerful your microwave is the time varies) to cook the flour(to be safe), my brownie bites came out great!
amazing!
I have been making these bites since you have posted the recipe. I use a plant based protein powder, which does end up more crumbly compared to whey, if you’re having this issue, this is why. Plant based powders also absorb better with water. I still use milk because it’s creamier. I have been tinkering with it on and off. I wanted to share my experience to help anyone I can 🙂
I decided to take a baker’s approach by sifting the dry ingredients then whisking, set aside. Then whisk your wet ingredients, including the nut butter of choice. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until well combined then fold in chocolate chips 🙂
If you’re still struggling with crumbly, keep adding milk/water and honey/syrup until desired consistency.
If it is too wet, keep adding 1/2 TBsp of almond flour with a 1 tsp of cocoa until desired consistency.
I really hope this helps someone 🙂
thanks for the helpful feedback
How can these be “protein” bites, they are the lowest macro…
Hi – my dough came out so dry it was crumbling. Added a touch more honey and then about 2 tablespoons of melted coconut oil and nothing helped any suggestions? Followed recipe exactly before the wet additions
Just keep adding water or milk, whatever you’re using, until you get your desired consistency.
I’ve been making these for awhile and tinkering with it. I have been mixing the dry and wet ingredients separately before mixing all together. That has been helping a lot with a balanced consistency. Hope this helps!
How many grams are in each serving?
These are so good! My only concern is the 113kcal. Is this still healthy?
Where do you find the dark mini chcoclate chips! I can never find them!
I most shop at hollywood market or kroger
Thanks for sharing! Does it keep long?
Yes. For a good 5-7 days. Just keep them in an airtight container
This looks so good! What a great healthy treat to have on hand!
Thanks so much
Allergic to almonds… any substitutions?
Can you use blended oats or coconut flour?