Do I have to use pea protein?

I have only tested this recipe using Nuzest's pea protein (any of the Nuzest flavors will work), but most protein powders should work as a replacement. The important thing to note is that pea protein is quite absorbent. Swapping this protein powder for something like whey protein will give you quite different results. You may have to add more protein powder to the recipe and/or remove the water from the ingredient list.

What's so great about Nuzest's protein powder?

I choose Nuzest protein over other pea proteins because of taste and texture and the fact that it's made without fillers, preservatives or artificial flavors. It's paleo and vegan friendly since it's made without grains, gluten, dairy and refined sugar. I also love that it's processed using a low-heat, enzymatic isolation process (which is functionally very similar to fermenting or sprouting) and this effectively removes most of the phytate, lectins, saponins, and trypsin inhibitors that are associated with legumes. Lastly, the peas are grown in France and are free of pesticides and herbicides - grown with organic farming practices

Do you have a Nuzest discount code?

I have an affiliate discount code for Nuzest's protein powder . You can use the code BAKEITPALEO to get 15% off of any purchase.

Dark Chocolate Protein Balls (No Bake, Low Carb)

Description

Healthy dark chocolate protein balls made with pea protein and dipped in dark chocolate. Paleo, vegan and nut free.

Ingredients

Scale

Filling

1/4 cup Nuzest rich chocolate pea protein (28g)*
1/4 cup cacao powder (22g)
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 cup sunflower seed butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 Tbsp water (more or less as needed)**

Coating (optional)

3-4 oz dark chocolate
1 tsp coconut oil

Topping (optional)

flaked sea salt

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Instructions

In a small mixing bowl, combine all dry filling ingredients. This includes the protein powder, cocoa powder and salt.
Mix in the sunflower seed butter and vanilla extract. Add water as needed. Mix first with a spatula, then use your hands to knead the dough. It will have a playdough-like texture.
Roll the dough into balls about 1 tablespoon in size. Place the balls on a small baking sheet or large plate.
Freeze the balls for 30 minutes.
In a small sauce pan, melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil over low heat, stirring frequently.
Dip the balls into the dark chocolate and place on a sheet of parchment paper.
Drizzle any remaining chocolate over the balls and top with flaked sea salt.
Store in fridge or freezer.

Notes

*Use my Nuzest discount code BAKEITPALEO for 15% off any purchase

**You may need more or less water depending on the protein powder you use. For sweeter protein balls, swap the water for maple syrup.