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Make this No-bake Brownie Protein Bites 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 10 bites.
These No-Bake Brownie Protein Bites are so rich, delicious, and easy to make. It is a chocolate lover’s dream come true basically in just one bite. The best part about these protein bites is you don’t have to bake anything. Just mix, roll into a ball, and add some chocolate chips, and boom! They are ready to eat and perfect to be stored in the fridge as a snack to enjoy all week long.
These protein bites are great for those who love to snack all day long and are trying to just snack healthier. Made with simple and healthy ingredients with added protein for a guilt-free treat.
Why you will love this recipe
- Packed with flavor: These protein bites are so good and they taste just like brownies.
- Easy to make: These protein brownie bites and so easy to put together. With just a handful of ingredients, all it takes is mixing the ingredients together and no baking is required.
- Healthy: The perfect healthy treat that feels like you are having brownies without all the added calories and unhealthy ingredients.
Ingredients you will need
- Almond flour or almond meal
- Whey Protein chocolate flavor: you may use plant-based protein for a vegan-option.
- Cocoa powder: use unsweetened
- Nut butter: Almond butter, cashew butter, peanut butter, or sunflower 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– we used Dark chocolate chips, you can use dairy-free options.
How to make No-Bake Brownie Bites
- First, In a medium bowl mix together the almond flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, almond butter, honey, and water until a dough forms.
- 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.
- 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: We 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 1 tablespoon of water at a time till you get a dough-like consistency.
- Add ons: Consider adding either 1 tablespoon of chia seeds for some healthy fats, or 1 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.
- 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 healthy and good for you to have occasionally as a healthy snack 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.
Protein balls or bites should be stored in a sealed container to prevent them from drying out. You may store them on your kitchen counter for a few days or in the fridge for up to 10 days.
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.
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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, cashew or sunflower butter
- 2 Tbsp Honey
- 2 Tbsp Water
- ½ Cup Mini chocolate chips, Dark
Instructions
- In a medium bowl mix together the almond flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, almond butter, honey, and water until a dough forms.
- Form the dough into 1 inch balls.
- Place the 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.
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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.
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?