Description

These Snickers Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack combining creamy peanut butter, sweet medjool dates, and vanilla protein powder with a luscious chocolate coating. They offer a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness, making them an ideal energy-boosting treat for any time of day.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Mixture

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
6 large soft medjool dates, pitted
1/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats
1/4 cup peanuts
1 scoop vanilla protein powder (or unflavored)
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Chocolate Coating

3/4 cup chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil
2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

Prepare the base mixture: In a food processor, combine the peanut butter, pitted dates, rolled oats, peanuts, vanilla protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Process until the mixture is thoroughly combined and holds together well when pressed.
Form the balls: Scoop out the mixture and form it into small balls about 1 tablespoon in size each. Set aside on a plate.
Melt the chocolate coating: Add chocolate chips and coconut oil to a small microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is smooth and completely melted.
Dip the protein balls: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Dip each protein ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated, then place them carefully on the parchment-lined sheet.
Add toppings and chill: Sprinkle the tops of the chocolate-coated balls with chopped peanuts and a pinch of flaky sea salt. Refrigerate for about 1 hour to allow the chocolate to harden. For quicker setting, place them in the freezer for 15 minutes.
Enjoy: Once the chocolate has set, your Snickers Protein Balls are ready to be enjoyed as a tasty and healthy snack!

Notes

Make sure the dates are soft and fresh for easier blending; if they are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes and drain.
You can substitute chocolate chips for dark chocolate or dairy-free chocolate to suit dietary preferences.
Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.
Feel free to adjust the amount of protein powder for desired protein content or taste.
Use crunchy peanut butter if you prefer added texture in the base mixture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Snickers protein balls, peanut butter snack, healthy protein balls, no-bake protein snack, chocolate peanut butter balls, energy bites