Description
Delicious and nutritious Healthy Chocolate Snack Balls made from black beans, cocoa powder, and natural sweeteners. These no-bake truffles are perfect for a guilt-free treat packed with protein and fiber.
Ingredients
Scale
Snack Balls
- 1 can black beans or 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder or chocolate protein powder
- 3 tbsp coconut oil or nut butter
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- Optional: 1/4 tsp pure peppermint extract or pinch instant coffee
Optional Coating
- Chocolate coating (recipe not included)
- Shredded coconut for rolling
Instructions
- Prepare Beans: Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly to remove any excess liquid and reduce bean flavor intensity.
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the black beans, cocoa powder or protein powder, coconut oil or nut butter, vanilla extract, salt, maple syrup, and optional peppermint extract or instant coffee. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth; a food processor is preferred over a blender for better texture.
- Form Balls: Using a spoon or a mini cookie scoop, scoop out the mixture and form into small balls or truffles. Place each ball onto a parchment-lined plate.
- Coat or Chill: Roll the balls in shredded coconut if desired, or refrigerate them immediately. If using the optional chocolate coating, prepare it separately and coat the balls as instructed before refrigerating.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the formed snack balls for at least 30 minutes to set before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For best texture, use a food processor instead of a blender.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or a keto-friendly sweetener for different dietary needs.
- Rolling the balls in shredded coconut adds texture and extra flavor.
- Optional peppermint extract or instant coffee enhances the chocolate flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
- Store finished snack balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Try pairing this snack with Protein Banana Bread for a satisfying healthy treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
