Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Protein Bites
These easy homemade protein bites are made with 5 simple ingredients and taste absolutely decadent.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond, sunflower seed, or wow butter
- 3/4 - 1 cup unsweetened protein powder of choice I used Collagen Peptides
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 oz chocolate chips dairy free or regular
- 1 Tbsp oil avocado, canola, etc
Instructions:
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Combine peanut butter, maple syrup, and salt into a small mixing bowl. Add in 3/4 cup of the protein powder and combine. If still too drippy, add in remaining 1/4 cup 1 tbsp at a time until dough-like consistency is achieved. I used a natural (read: runny) peanut butter and collagen peptides, so I needed the full 1 cup. Set aside.
- In a microwave safe (glass) bowl, add chocolate chips and 1 Tbsp oil. Microwave on high in 30 second bursts, stirring in between, until chocolate chips are melted.
- Dip protein bites, one at a time, in melted chocolate and cover. Transfer to prepared baking sheet. Continue with remaining protein bites until all are covered. Optional: sprinkle the tops of the protein bites with coarse salt.
- Transfer baking sheet to the refrigerator and let chill for about 30 minutes or until chocolate has fully hardened. Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated. Enjoy!
Notes:
The allergy free status of this recipe is based on your choice of nut butter and/or chocolate chips. Make sure to choose what works for you based on your preferences and needs.