Peanut Butter and Cacao Protein Bites

Looking for a homemade alternative to shop-bought protein bars? These protein bites are packed with wholesome ingredients like creamy peanut butter, r...Looking for a homemade alternative to shop-bought protein bars? These protein bites are packed with wholesome ingredients like creamy peanut butter, rich cacao, and a boost of protein. Perfect for busy days, pre- or post-workout fuel, or midday pick-me-ups. The coating of cacao nibs adds a satisfying texture, but feel free to omit if you don’t feel like it. Read more Looking for a homemade alternative to shop-bought protein bars? These protein bites are packed with wholesome ingredients like creamy peanut butter, rich cacao, and a boost of protein. Perfect for busy days, pre- or post-workout fuel, or midday pick-me-ups. The coating of cacao nibs adds a satisfying texture, but feel free to omit if you don’t feel like it. Looking for a homemade alternative to shop-bought protein bars? These protein bites are packed with wholesome ingredients like creamy peanut butter, rich cacao, and a boost of protein. Perfect for busy days, pre- or post-workout fuel, or midday pick-me-ups. The coating of cacao nibs adds a satisfying texture, but feel free to omit if you don’t feel like it.

Contains
Peanuts, Nuts, Gluten
Ingredients
Makes 12
peanut butter
protein powder plant based (unflavoured)
Swaps: protein powder whey based (unflavoured)
maple syrup
water
amount needed will vary depending on your protein powder
cacao nibs

Ingredients

Makes 12
peanut butter
protein powder plant based (unflavoured)
Swaps: protein powder whey based (unflavoured)
maple syrup
water
amount needed will vary depending on your protein powder
cacao nibs

Method

1

Gather and prepare your ingredients. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2

Place all ingredients for the bites into a bowl and stir to combine. Set aside to soak for 10 minutes, until thickened. Start with a small amount of water and add more as needed until you have a firm but scoop-able mixture

3

Scoop into portions about the size of a small golf ball. Use your hands to roll into balls. Place the cacao into a bowl. Toss the balls into the nibs until coated. It may help to use dampened hands to do this part, and to place them in the fridge for several minutes after shaping.

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