Almond Butter Protein Balls with Blueberries & Chocolate Chips

These Almond Butter Protein Balls are soft, chewy, and studded with sweet blueberries and rich chocolate chips in every bite. I’ve been on a mission to make delicious protein packed snacks that you actually want to eat and these balls have made the cut! Made with a handful of simple ingredients, they’re an easy, no-bake recipe that’s perfect to keep on hand for a quick breakfast, snack, or dessert! 

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9-Ingredient, No-Bake Almond Butter Protein Balls

This year I’ve been having fun creating protein ball recipes with a combination of unique flavors. So far I’ve made some fun flavors like cookie dough protein balls, lemon blueberry protein balls, and no bake brownie and they’re all delicious. At this point there is always a batch in my freezer to grab for quick snacks or when I have a craving for something sweet but still want to hit your protein goals.

Lately, these almond butter protein balls have been my go-to, they have the perfect texture and the combination of blueberry and dark chocolate works so well together!

A Few Notes About the Key Ingredients

This is an overview of the main ingredients in this recipe. See the recipe card for full ingredients and instructions below.

• Protein Powder: I prefer to use unflavored whey-based protein powder for this recipe, but you can switch it up and use whatever you like. A plant-based vegetarian or vegan protein will also work!
• Almond Flour: this helps bind the dough. For the best results, I recommend using blanched almond flour. It has a finer texture, and the almond skin is completely removed, which helps give these bites a soft consistency.
• Creamy Almond Butter: this adds a subtle nutty flavor and acts as a “glue,” holding the balls together. I like to use a creamy store-bought almond butter with just one or two ingredients or make a batch of my homemade almond butter. You could also swap the almond butter for cashew butter if you prefer!
• Maple Syrup: this gives the balls the perfect touch of sweetness. Substitute honey if preferred. 
• Vanilla Extract: this gives the balls a delicious vanilla flavor which enhances the sweetness a bit!
• Mix-Ins: the combo of chocolate chips and dried blueberries work so well in these balls! I prefer to use mini dark chocolate chips, but regular-sized or even milk chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, or even white chocolate chips will work. 

How to Make Almond Butter Protein Balls

1. Combine ingredients. Whisk all the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Then, add the wet ingredients and stir until well combined. Fold in the dried blueberries and chocolate chips. 
2. Portion. Let the dough chill in the fridge. This makes it easier to shape! Next, use a cookie dough scoop to portion the mixture into balls. 
3. Serve. Top each ball with flaky sea salt, and enjoy! 

Ashlea’s Tips & Tricks

• Be sure to use an all-natural, smooth, creamy, and drippy almond butter for the best results. Something like a Jif or Skippy won’t work as well in this recipe. The dough will be too dry, and the balls may come out crumbly.
• If you happened to add just a bit too much of the dry ingredients, and the dough seems a bit too dry, try adding a tablespoon of extra almond butter! Or, if the dough is too wet, add extra almond flour until it holds its shape. 
• Let the dough chill a bit before scooping and rolling. I find this makes it much easier to form the “dough” into balls. 
• A cookie dough scoop is the easiest way to scoop and roll these balls. Trust me.

How to Store 

Fridge: Store these almond butter energy balls in the fridge for up to a week to keep them fresh.

Freezer: My preferred method of storing these balls is in the freezer. They freeze incredibly well in a freezer-safe storage container or bag and stay fresh for up to 3 months.  

To freeze the balls, place them on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and then place the sheet pan in the freezer for 30 minutes to harden a bit. Next, transfer the balls to a freezer-safe storage bag or container. When you are ready to eat, grab a bite, and let it thaw at room temperature for just a few minutes before digging in! 

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I hope you give these Almond Butter Protein Balls a try! They’re sweet, chewy, full of flavor, and so easy to make! If you do give this recipe a try, let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating below. You can also snap a photo & tag @allthehealthythings on INSTAGRAM. Your reviews and ratings help support All the Healthy Things and make it possible for me to continue to create the recipes you trust and love.

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