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Samoa Cookie Protein Balls
These no-bake protein balls are inspired by Samoa cookies, combining coconut, chocolate, dates, and almond butter for a chewy, naturally sweet snack. They’re packed with protein and perfect for meal prep or quick energy bites.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
1/4 cup shredded coconut
3 tablespoons shredded coconut (divided)
1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1 scoop vanilla protein powder (or unflavored)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon chia seeds
Wet Ingredients:
1/2 cup creamy almond butter
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
2 large Medjool dates, pitted (soft)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings:
1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the Medjool dates until they form a sticky paste.
- Add almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend again until smooth.
- Add oats, protein powder, salt, chia seeds, and shredded coconut (minus the reserved 3 tablespoons). Pulse until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Scoop and roll the mixture into small balls using your hands.
- Place remaining shredded coconut on a plate and roll each ball lightly in it.
- Chill the protein balls in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave in short intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle or dip the chilled balls in chocolate, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Let set in the fridge before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 140 kcal per ball