Chocolate Protein Balls Recipe

If you’re looking for the perfect chocolate protein balls recipe, you just found it. With 5 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber per ball, these make the best healthy snacks!

These are rich, fudgy, chocolatey little bites that taste like dessert — but they’re packed with protein and wholesome ingredients that actually fuel your body. I keep a batch of these chocolate protein balls in my fridge almost every week because they’re perfect for an afternoon snack, post-workout snack, or something for my sweet tooth after dinner that doesn’t derail my goals. They’re also great snacks for the kids–if you have active teenagers, these are great to have on hand.

They come together in about 15 minutes and require zero baking. You know that’s my favorite kind of recipe!

Ingredients for Chocolate Protein Balls

These are the healthy ingredients that make up this easy recipe.

Stevia-sweetened dark chocolate chips

These give the chocolate protein balls that rich, fudgy base while keeping the sugar lower thanks to stevia. Dark chocolate also provides antioxidants that support overall health.

Coconut oil

Coconut oil helps create a smooth melted chocolate mixture and firms up the balls once chilled. It also adds healthy fats for satiety.

Unsweetened Cocoa powder

This deepens the chocolate flavor and adds even more antioxidants. It’s what makes these truly taste like chocolateprotein balls instead of just sweet energy bites.

Old fashioned rolled oats

Oats provide fiber and complex carbohydrates for lasting energy. They also give structure and that perfect chewy texture.

Chocolate protein powder 

This is where the protein boost comes in. It adds flavor and helps make these chocolate protein balls more satisfying and balanced. Different brands will work, but I use and recommend Just Ingredients.

Unflavored collagen peptides

Collagen adds extra protein and supports skin, hair, nails, and joint health — and it blends seamlessly into the mixture without changing the flavor.

Raw Honey

Honey naturally sweetens the mixture and helps bind everything together so the balls hold their shape. Maple syrup can be substituted.

Almond Butter

​Almond butter adds a little natural sweetness without more added sugar, healthy fats, is anti-inflammatory, and gives us some vitamin E. You can sub natural peanut butter if that’s what you have on hand.

Unsweetened shredded coconut

Coconut adds subtle texture and healthy fats, while keeping the ingredient list simple and whole-food based.

How to Make Chocolate Protein Balls

This recipe is as easy as it gets! If you’d like to print the recipe ingredients and instructions, scroll down to the recipe card.

1. Melt the chocolate and coconut oil.
   Add the chocolate chips and coconut oil to a large glass bowl. Microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and melted.

2. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
   Add the cocoa powder, oats, protein powder, collagen peptides, honey, almond butter, and shredded coconut. Stir until a thick dough forms.

3. Form into balls.
   Using slightly damp hands, roll into 24 bite-sized balls (about 1 inch).

That’s it! No baking and no chilling required before rolling. Just simple, nourishing chocolate protein balls ready in minutes.

Storage Tips

Store your chocolate protein balls in an airtight container:

• Counter top: up to 1 week
• Refrigerator: up to 2 weeks
• Freezer: up to 3 months

​When you eat these at room temperature, they are soft and very fudge-like. They are more firm when stored in the refrigerator, but some people prefer them chilled! It’s all personal preference. Store in the freezer if you want to have them last longer and it’s a great way to take out a few at a time as you want them.

Why You’ll Love These Chocolate Protein Balls

• No baking required
• Naturally sweetened
• High in protein
• Great for meal prep
• Kid-approved
• No special equipment (like a food processor) needed

If you’ve been searching for the best chocolate protein balls recipe, this one checks every box — simple ingredients, rich flavor, and balanced nutrition.

Did you make these Chocolate Protein Balls? If you try this recipe, I’d love to hear what you think! Leave a comment below or tag me on Instagram @happyhealthymama so I can see your creations.

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