Chocolate Chili Protein Balls

Do you like a little heat with your chocolate? These chocolate chili protein balls mix the chocolate peanut butter flavor combo with Thai chili. And these protein treats mix up super quickly!

Chocolate Chili Protein Balls

Sweet with a little heat, these chocolate chili protein balls are quick to prepare and make a great protein snack. Makes 6 protein balls.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 6 protein balls

Calories: 60kcal

Author: Andréa Marchese

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce 28g
• ½ chopped Thai chili pepper skin only, no seeds
• ½ cup chocolate whey protein powder 60g
• ¼ cup powdered peanut butter 28g

Instructions

• Mix applesauce and chili pepper.
• Add in whey protein. Mix well.
• Add in peanut powder. Mix well, and form into 6 chews.
• Enjoy! Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

A note about substitutions: because each type of protein powder has a distinct flavor and texture when baked, I would not try substituting different types of protein powders in this recipe. (See my Recipe Basics video for examples of what goes wrong when you use the wrong protein powder.) 

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Net Carbohydrates: 3g

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