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.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Thai
Servings: 6 protein balls
Calories: 60kcal
- 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
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.
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.)
Serving: 1piece | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Net Carbohydrates: 3g