Can I make these without protein powder?

Absolutely! Just replace the protein powder with an equal amount of additional oat flour or almond flour. You'll still get delicious energy balls, just with slightly less protein content.

Why are my balls falling apart?

This usually happens when the dates aren't soft enough or the mixture needs more binding. Try soaking your dates longer, or add a tablespoon of water or nut butter to help everything stick together.

Can I use a different sweetener instead of honey?

Yes! Maple syrup works beautifully, or you can try agave nectar. Just use the same amount and adjust if needed.

How do I know when the chocolate coating is the right consistency?

It should coat the back of a spoon smoothly without being too thick or too runny. If it's too thick, add a tiny bit more coconut oil.

Can I make these vegan?

Definitely! Just swap the honey for maple syrup and make sure your chocolate chips are dairy-free. The result is just as delicious and completely plant-based.

Healthy Chocolate Protein Balls

Name: Healthy Chocolate Protein Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 7
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups medjool dates; 3 tbsp oat flour; 3 tbsp cocoa powder; 1 scoop chocolate protein powder; 2 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp almond butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips; 1/2 tsp coconut oil

Description

These viral brownie balls are the ultimate no-bake TikTok treat! Made with dates, cocoa, protein powder, and coated in rich dark chocolate, they’re fudgy, healthy, and absolutely delicious.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups medjool dates
3 tbsp oat flour
3 tbsp cocoa powder
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp almond butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 tsp coconut oil

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Instructions

Add the dates, oat flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, honey, almond butter, vanilla extract, and salt to a food processor. If dates are dry, let them sit in hot water for 15-20 minutes to soften.
Blend until the mixture forms a sticky dough. If it’s too dry, add a tiny splash of water or more almond butter.
Roll into 7 even balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
In a small bowl, melt your dark chocolate with coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second increments until smooth.
Dip each ball into the chocolate coating, then place back on the tray. Can add coarse sea salt on top if desired.
Pop them in the freezer to set for 5-10 minutes.

Notes

Best enjoyed chilled! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ball
Calories: 287
Sugar: 43g
Sodium: 178mg
Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 53g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 7g