Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Power Balls
These protein power balls made with chocolate and peanut butter are a simple and tasty snack that takes no effort at all to make. They are packed with protein from the peanut butter, dates, and nuts for a delicious treat when you just need a little something!
Servings 5 (makes about 10 balls)
Ingredients
- ¾ cup nuts I used pecans
- ¾ cup dates dried, pitted
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter an all natural PB is recommended - the only ingredient necessary is crushed peanuts
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients into a food processor and blend.
- Form into balls and serve immediately or keep refrigerated.
- For a slightly different variation without peanut butter check out the chocolate torte recipe.
Notes
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Power Balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236
Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Sodium 5mg0%
Potassium 355mg10%
Carbohydrates 25g8%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 15g17%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 5IU0%
Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
Calcium 31mg3%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.