Chocolate Power Balls

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 2

Healthy and delicious Chocolate Power Balls recipe with chickpeas

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 can chickpeas , drained and rinsed shopping list
	1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
	6 tablespoons chocolate protein powder ( I used Vega One Nutritional Shake )
	2 packets stevia
	3/4 cup dark semisweet chocolate chunk ( I used stevia-sweetened CocoPolo )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

12-15

Calories

Sugar

Fat

If you're looking for a healthy and delicious snack, these Chocolate Power Balls are the perfect solution. They're made with chickpeas, dark chocolate, and almond milk, and sweetened with stevia for a guilt-free treat. These power balls are perfect for a mid-day snack or a post-workout pick-me-up. They're also great for on-the-go snacking or for packing in your kids' lunchboxes. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can add different flavorings, such as vanilla or cinnamon, or swap out the chocolate for other mix-ins like nuts or dried fruit.

Instructions

1.	Add the chickpeas, almond milk, chocolate powder, and stevia to a food processor. Pulse until the mixture comes together and the chickpeas are fully mashed.
2.	Using a spatula, scrape down the sides of the processor and add the chocolate chunks. Pulse a few times to incorporate the chocolate, but be sure to leave some chunks for texture.
3.	Using a spoon or cookie scoop, take the mixture and form into small balls. You should get around 12-15 balls.
4.	Place the balls in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to a week.

PROS

These Chocolate Power Balls are packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
They are a delicious and satisfying snack that can help you power through your day.

This recipe is also vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free.

CONS

This recipe uses a fair amount of dark chocolate, which can be high in calories.
It’s important to enjoy these Chocolate Power Balls in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains chickpeas, which are loaded with protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates.
They are low in fat and can help with weight loss, blood sugar control, and gut health.
Dark chocolate is also rich in antioxidants, which can help protect against cell damage and inflammation. It has also been linked to improving heart health and brain function.