Chocolate Chickpea Protein Balls (Gluten-Free)
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpeas
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a food processor add 1 cup chickpeas, 1/3 cup almond butter, 1/4 cup maple syrup, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and blend until completely smooth with no visible chickpea pieces.Add 1/2 cup almond flour, 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix until a thick dough forms.Stir in 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into bite-sized balls. Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to firm up, then enjoy!
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Notes
Blend the chickpeas completely smooth: Any small bits left behind will show up in the texture, so I let the processor run a little longer than I think I need to.
Rinse and dry the chickpeas well: Extra moisture can make the dough sticky and harder to roll.
Add dry ingredients after blending the base: I always blend the chickpeas, nut butter, syrup, and vanilla first so the dough stays smooth.
Taste before rolling: Protein powders vary, so I’ll adjust sweetness or cocoa before shaping the balls.
Chill only if needed: If the dough feels too soft, a short chill helps it firm up quickly without drying out.
Did you make this recipe?Please let me know in the comments below how it turned out :)