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High-Protein Chocolate Truffle Balls

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Quick Description

Soft, fudgy, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate truffle balls made with protein powder, Greek yogurt, and cocoa — then dipped in silky melted chocolate. A perfect high-protein sweet snack that feels like a cheat but fits your macros.

Servings & Timing

  • Servings: 12–15 truffles
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Chill Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients List

Truffle Base

  • 1 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder (whey or whey–casein blend works best)
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt (0% or 2%)
  • ¼ cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup or sugar-free syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 2–3 tbsp milk for texture adjustment

Chocolate Coating

  • 1½ cups sugar-free chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil (for smoother coating)

Instructions

Step 1 — Mix the Truffle Dough

  1. In a bowl, combine protein powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
  2. Add Greek yogurt, nut butter, vanilla, and syrup.
  3. Stir until a thick dough forms.
  4. If too dry, add 1 tbsp milk at a time.
  5. Chill the dough for 10 minutes for easier rolling.

Step 2 — Roll the Truffles

  1. Scoop small portions and roll into smooth balls.
  2. Place on a parchment-lined tray.

Step 3 — Melt the Chocolate

  1. Microwave chocolate chips + coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  2. Do not overheat — the coating should be silky and pourable.

Step 4 — Dip & Chill

  1. Dip each ball into melted chocolate.
  2. Place in mini cupcake liners or on a tray.
  3. Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes until the chocolate shell hardens.

Additional Notes

  • Casein or whey–casein blend creates the best chewy truffle texture.
  • For ultra low-carb: use all sugar-free ingredients.
  • Make them smaller for portion-controlled snacks.

Dietary Info

  • High-protein
  • Low-carb friendly
  • Gluten-free
  • Can be made dairy-free with coconut yogurt & vegan protein

Flavor Tips & Variations

  • Add crushed peanuts or almonds before dipping.
  • Mix in 1 tbsp espresso powder for mocha flavor.
  • Add 2 tbsp shredded coconut for a “Bounty-style” truffle.
  • Use white-chocolate protein powder for a sweeter base.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Greek yogurt → cottage cheese blended smooth
  • Maple syrup → sugar-free honey or allulose syrup
  • Nut butter → tahini or sunflower butter

Recipe Variations & Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with berries for a dessert plate.
  • Store in freezer for “protein freezer truffle bites.”
  • Crumble over yogurt bowls as a high-protein topping.

Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Refrigerate up to 7 days in airtight container
  • Freeze up to 3 months
  • Keeps shape well even at room temp for 1–2 hours

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