High-Protein Double Chocolate Protein Balls

Why These Work

• 10–12g protein per ball
• Lower carb than traditional oat-heavy recipes
• Great for muscle preservation during weight loss
• Keeps you full longer = fewer snack attacks

Ingredients (Makes 10–12 balls)

• 1 cup vanilla or chocolate whey isolate protein powder
• ½ cup powdered peanut butter (like PB2)
• ¼ cup natural peanut butter
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2–4 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (as needed)
• 1–2 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup
• Optional: 1 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips

Directions

1. Mix protein powder, powdered PB, cocoa powder, and chia seeds.
2. Stir in peanut butter and syrup.
3. Add almond milk slowly until dough forms.
4. Roll into 10–12 evenly sized balls.
5. Chill 30–60 minutes to firm.

Approximate Nutrition (if divided into 10 balls)

• 120–140 calories
• 10–12g protein
• 2–3g fiber
• Low sugar