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Healthy Peanut Butter Balls (vegan, gluten-free)

Irresistibly Healthy Peanut Butter Balls You’ll Love

Indulge in these Healthy Peanut Butter Balls (vegan, gluten-free) that satisfy your sweet tooth with wholesome ingredients!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 28 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup natural peanut butter Ensure it's free from added sugars or oils.
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup Can be swapped with honey or agave.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure extract.
  • 1 pinch salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 cup coconut flour Critical for consistency.
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Select vegan chocolate.
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil Helps maintain a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
For Coating
  • 1 pinch coarse sea salt For extra flavor.
  • 1 cup chopped nuts or coconut For added crunch.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • freezer-safe tray
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl and mix until smooth.
  2. Gradually fold in coconut flour, mixing until crumbly yet moldable, then let rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Chill the mixture in the freezer for 1 hour.
  4. Prepare the chocolate coating by melting chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave in 30-second increments.
  5. Shape the chilled mixture into approximately 28 balls and place them on a lined tray.
  6. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate and allow excess to drip off before placing on a lined baking sheet.
  7. Refrigerate coated balls for 30 minutes until chocolate sets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing and ensure melted chocolate is smooth.

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