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buckeye ball that's no bake and coated with chocolate.
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Healthy No-Bake Buckeye Balls (No refined-sugar)

These healthy no-bake buckeye balls are made with natural peanut butter, almond flour, and dark chocolate with no refined sugar and no baking required. A guilt free treat the whole family will love.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Skill Level: Beginner
Servings: 16 balls
Author: Rena Awada

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1¾ Cups Almond Flour
  • 1/4 Cup Granulated Erythritol or maple syrup* see note
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/3 Cup Dark Chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut Oil

Optional

  • Flaked sea salt for topping
  • Dark chocolate curls for topping

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, add the 1 Cup Creamy Peanut Butter, 1¾ Cups Almond Flour, 1/4 Cup Granulated Erythritol, 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract, and 1/8 teaspoon Salt.
    ingredients for the buckeye balls added into a bowl.
  • Using a spatula, mix well to combine until a dough is formed.
    peanut butter dough in a bowl.
  • Separate the dough into 16 evenly sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill in the freezer for 30 minutes.
  • Melt the 1/3 Cup Dark Chocolate and 1 teaspoon Coconut Oil together until smooth. Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the chocolate until it's about 3/4 covered.
    peanut butter ball dipped in melted chocolate.
  • Use a fork to remove the ball (or a toothpick) from the chocolate, letting the excess drip. Return it to the parchment paper.
    dipping the peanut butter balls in melted chocolate and adding to sheet pan.
  • Repeat until you have covered all the balls. Top with Flaked sea salt and Dark chocolate curls .
    buckeye balls on a parchment paper

Notes

  • Note: If you decide to use maple syrup instead, you may need to add about 1/4 cup more almond flour.
  • Use natural peanut butter that is well stirred for the best texture. If the peanut butter is too oily or too dry, the mixture may not hold together as well.
  • Don't skip freezing the balls. This will help them hold well.
  • Almond flour helps keep these buckeye balls soft and slightly chewy while adding healthy fats and a little protein.
  • Use dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for a richer flavor and less sweetness.
  • Add the coconut oil to the chocolate to help create a smoother coating that hardens nicely.
  • Keep the buckeye balls chilled until ready to serve so they stay firm.
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top right after dipping for the best flavor contrast.
  • For a little extra protein, you can mix in a spoonful of vanilla protein powder if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg