Greek Yogurt Protein Balls
These Greek Yogurt Protein Balls have creamy, high in protein yogurt center and crunchy chocolate shell outside. Each protein ball offers 5 grams of protein and only 4 grams of sugar.
Servings: 17 balls
Calories: 105kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vanilla whey protein powder
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil
Instructions
- Line large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, add Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla and salt. Whisk well.
- Add protein powder and whisk until smooth. Add almond flour and oat flour and stir with spatula until well mixed.
- Using small cookie scoop, place balls of mixture on previously prepared baking sheet. I had 17. Freeze for 30 minutes to set.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 1 minute increments until runny, stirring in between.
- Remove balls from the freezer, roll into round balls and dip in chocolate, shaking off the excess. Place back on parchment. If chocolate is too thick, add more coconut oil, melt and mix.
- Freeze for another hour, then transfer to an airtight container and keep in the freezer.
- To enjoy, thaw one for 5 minutes and dig in.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ball | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 54mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g