Chocolate Protein Truffles – Chocolate Covered Katie

These fudgy no bake chocolate protein truffles are such an easy healthy snack recipe, with over 5 grams of protein each!

3 ingredient chocolate protein truffles

Any time you find yourself craving chocolate but want to be healthy at the same time, this simple recipe for chocolate protein balls is perfect solution.

With just three ingredients and no sugar or flour required, the customizable recipe gives you the choice to create pretty much any flavor you wish.

I am partial to dark chocolate peanut butter protein truffles.

Rich, smooth, and so delicious, you definitely won’t want to stop at just one!

You may also like these Homemade Chocolate Bars

An easy high protein snack recipe

These protein balls are great if you are anything like me and often eat more carb centered meals or snacks instead of sitting down to a traditional high protein meal.

They can be made with almost any protein powder you happen to have in your kitchen cabinet or pantry.

Since protein powder is such an integral part of this recipe, do be sure to choose a brand and flavor that you already know you like.

I found that I personally prefer unsweetened protein powder, because it avoids any artificial sweetener aftertaste. The chocolate coating is also already sweet on its own.

Play around with different flavors and brands to find your own favorites.

Need more protein? Make Protein Cookie Dough

Chocolate protein truffles recipe video

Above, watch the step by step video.

How to make chocolate protein balls

If your nut butter or allergy friendly alternative is not already easy to stir, gently warm it up in the microwave or in a small saucepan on the stove top until smooth and stirrable.

Blend in the protein powder to form a dough.

I find it easier to blend everything in a food processor, but you can also stir the ingredients together by hand with a fork.

Depending on the specific types of nut butter and protein powder you choose, your dough may need a little tweaking in order to resemble a soft cookie dough.

If your chocolate truffle dough is too wet and sticky to form balls, slowly add a little more protein powder.

Or if the mixture is too dry, stir in more nut butter or a small spoonful of coconut oil.

I often find that the mixture is perfect as is and does not need any extra protein or liquid ingredients.

Using your hands or a mini cookie scoop, tightly roll the dough into balls or shapes of your choice.

Chocolate covered protein truffles

Carefully melt the chocolate chips, either in the microwave or by using the double boiler method.

Tip: Stir in a few teaspoons of vegetable oil or coconut oil if you want a smoother sauce that makes dipping both smoother and easier.

If you want more information on how to properly melt chocolate, read through the step by step instructions in this recipe for Chocolate Covered Strawberries.

Place the chocolate dipped protein balls on a large plate or on a serving tray lined with parchment paper or wax paper.

Refrigerate or freeze. Or let the recipe sit on the counter until the chocolate sets.

Leftover protein powder? Try Protein Bars or Keto Protein Bars

Chocolate protein truffle serving suggestions

Enjoy chilled, or at room temperature, or eat them straight from the freezer.

If using coconut oil, it is best to store leftovers in the refrigerator or freezer so they do not melt. If making the oil free version or using vegetable oil, it is fine to store the truffles in a lidded container on the counter.

The recipe should stay good for up to a week at room temperature, two weeks refrigerated, or at least three months frozen.

The recipe was inspired by these Chocolate Truffles.

More Healthy Snack Recipes:

Healthy Chocolate Pudding 

(No Avocado or Tofu)

Protein Waffles

Applesauce Muffins

Chickpea Cookie Dough Dip

Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies

Or these Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Protein Ice Cream