If you’re looking for a delicious, high-protein snack that’s both vegan and nut-free, these Paleo Banana Protein Balls are the perfect choice! Made with simple ingredients like mashed banana, pea protein, and sunflower seed butter, they offer a naturally sweet flavor with a rich, chocolatey coating. Whether you need a quick post-workout bite or a healthy treat to satisfy your cravings, these protein balls are easy to make and packed with nutrients.
Banana Protein Balls Ingredients
Filling
- ½ cup mashed banana (125g)
- ¼ cup sunflower seed butter
- ½ cup pea protein powder (52g)*
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1-2 Tbsp water
Coating
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (about 3 oz)
- 1 tsp coconut oil (optional)
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Banana Protein Balls Recipe Instructions
For the Filling:
- Combine all filling ingredients in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Start with just one tablespoon of water and add more as needed. The filling should be fairly easy to mix and have a sticky playdough-like texture.
- Roll the filling into balls about 1 tablespoon in size. You should get 12-13 protein balls. Place the rolled balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
- Put the balls in the freezer while you melt the chocolate for the coating.
For the Coating:
- Place the dark chocolate and coconut oil in a small saucepan. Melt on the stovetop over low heat, stirring frequently.
- Once fully melted, turn off the heat and retrieve the fillings from the freezer.
- Dip the fillings, one at a time, into the melted chocolate. Place them back on the lined baking sheet or plate.
- Drizzle any remaining chocolate over the balls. Optional: top with additional cinnamon.
- Place the protein balls in the fridge or freezer for chocolate to fully set.
- Store in fridge or freezer.
