PROTEIN CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES
A decadent no-bake protein treat perfect for health-conscious chocolate lovers
KEY INFO:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Setting Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 24 truffles
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary: Adaptable for vegan, keto, gluten-free
EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
- Large mixing bowl
- Food processor or blender
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small cookie scoop (1-inch diameter)
INGREDIENTS:
Base Mixture:
- 1 cup (120g) chocolate protein powder
- ¾ cup (190g) smooth almond butter [or peanut butter]
- ⅓ cup (40g) cocoa powder
- ¼ cup (60ml) maple syrup [or keto syrup for sugar-free]
- 2 tbsp (30ml) coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Coating:
- 8 oz (225g) dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tbsp (15ml) coconut oil
Optional Toppings:
- Flaky sea salt
- Extra cocoa powder
- Crushed nuts
METHOD:
- Combine protein powder and cocoa powder in a large bowl
- Add almond butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla
- Blend until mixture forms a thick, rollable dough (should hold shape when pressed)
- Chill dough for 30 minutes until firm enough to handle
- Roll into 1-inch balls using a cookie scoop or hands
- Place on parchment-lined baking sheet
- Freeze for 15 minutes while preparing chocolate coating
- Melt chocolate and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each
- Dip each ball in melted chocolate, let excess drip off
- Place back on parchment and add toppings if desired
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until completely set
CRUCIAL TIPS:
- Don’t overheat chocolate – it should be just melted
- If dough is too sticky, add more protein powder
- If too dry, add more nut butter
- Work quickly when coating in chocolate
STORAGE & VARIATIONS:
Storage:
- Refrigerate up to 1 week
- Freeze up to 3 months
Common Mistakes:
- Using warm hands to roll – chill hands under cold water first
- Rushing the setting time
- Not tempering chocolate properly
Variations:
- Keto: Use sugar-free chocolate and keto sweetener
- Vegan: Use plant-based protein and dairy-free chocolate
- Nut-free: Replace almond butter with sunflower seed butter
Per Truffle:
- Protein: 5g
- Calories: 120
- Net Carbs: 4g (varies with sweetener choice)
