Peanut Butter and Cacao Protein Bites

Looking for a homemade alternative to shop-bought protein bars? These protein bites are packed with wholesome ingredients like creamy peanut butter, r...ich cacao, and a boost of protein. Perfect for busy days, pre- or post-workout fuel, or midday pick-me-ups. The coating of cacao nibs adds a satisfying texture, but feel free to omit if you donโ€™t feel like it. Read more Looking for a homemade alternative to shop-bought protein bars? These protein bites are packed with wholesome ingredients like creamy peanut butter, rich cacao, and a boost of protein. Perfect for busy days, pre- or post-workout fuel, or midday pick-me-ups. The coating of cacao nibs adds a satisfying texture, but feel free to omit if you donโ€™t feel like it.

Prep time
30 minutes
Cook time
0 minutes
FREEZER FRIENDLY
No
SHELF LIFE
3 days
Why is this healthy?
Prebiotics
Nuts &
seeds
Contains
Peanuts, Nuts, Grains, Gluten
Ingredients
Serves 12
peanut butter
porridge oats (rolled)
protein powder plant based (unflavoured)
Swaps: protein powder whey based (unflavoured)
maple syrup
chia seeds
water
amount needed will vary depending on your protein powder
cacao nibs
Why is this healthy?
Prebiotics
Nuts &
seeds

NUTRITION PER SERVING (Read more)

135kcal
Calories
10g
Protein
6g
Total Fat
10g
Carbs
2g
Fibre
3g
Sugars
27mg
Calcium
2%
 
1mg
Iron
4%
 
34mg
Magnesium
8%
 
82mg
Phosporus
7%
 
94mg
Potassium
2%
 
70mg
Sodium
3%
 
1mg
Zinc
6%
 
0mg
Copper
10%
 
0mg
Vitamin B1
6%
 
0mg
Vitamin B2
6%
 
1mg
Vitamin B3
9%
 
0mg
Vitamin B6
3%
 
11mcg
Vitamin B9
3%
 
1mcg
Vitamin A
0%
 
0mcg
Vitamin B12
0%
 
0mg
Vitamin C
0%
 
0mcg
Vitamin D
0%
 
1mg
Vitamin E
5%
 
0mcg
Vitamin K
0%
 
Calories: 135kcal; Protein: 10g; Total Fat: 6g; Carbs: 10g; Fibre: 2g; Sugars: 3g; Calcium: 27mg (2%); Iron: 1mg (4%); Magnesium: 34mg (8%); Phosporus: 82mg (7%); Potassium: 94mg (2%); Sodium: 70mg (3%); Zinc: 1mg (6%); Copper: 0mg (10%); Vitamin B1: 0mg (6%); Vitamin B2: 0mg (6%); Vitamin B3: 1mg (9%); Vitamin B6: 0mg (3%); Vitamin B9: 11mcg (3%); Vitamin A: 1mcg (0%); Vitamin B12: 0mcg (0%); Vitamin C: 0mg (0%); Vitamin D: 0mcg (0%); Vitamin E: 1mg (5%); Vitamin K: 0mcg (0%)
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Why is this healthy?
Prebiotics
Nuts &
seeds
Contains
Peanuts, Nuts, Grains, Gluten
Ingredients
Serves 12
peanut butter
porridge oats (rolled)
protein powder plant based (unflavoured)
Swaps: protein powder whey based (unflavoured)
maple syrup
chia seeds
water
amount needed will vary depending on your protein powder
cacao nibs

Ingredients

Serves 12
peanut butter
porridge oats (rolled)
protein powder plant based (unflavoured)
Swaps: protein powder whey based (unflavoured)
maple syrup
chia seeds
water
amount needed will vary depending on your protein powder
cacao nibs

Method

Your notes

1

Gather and prepare your ingredients. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2

Place all ingredients for the bites into a bowl and stir to combine. Set aside to soak for 10 minutes, until thickened. Start with a small amount of water and add more as needed until you have a firm but scoop-able mixture

3

Scoop into portions about the size of a small golf ball. Use your hands to roll into balls. Place the cacao into a bowl. Toss the balls into the nibs until coated. It may help to use dampened hands to do this part, and to place them in the fridge for several minutes after shaping.

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