Recipe- Vegan Protein Buckeyes

A high protein version of the classic Buckeye candy that is refined sugar-free but still has all the peanut buttery- chocolaty goodness. These low-carb buckeyes are packed with protein and easy to make. They are gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan making them the perfect snack for sharing.

Ingredients

1 cup peanut butter, all-natural
½ cup peanut butter protein powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup cocao powder
¼ cup coconut oil, melted
2 tablespoon swerve or maple syrup optional

Method

- Combine the peanut butter, protein powder and vanilla in a bowl. Stir until fully incorporated and a cookie dough consistency is formed. The batter can be thinned by adding 1 tablespoon of non-dairy milk, if needed.

- Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Scoop out dough and roll into a 1 to 1 ½ inch ball, depending on your desired sized. Freeze for 15 minutes.

- To make the chocolate coating, combine cocao powder, coconut oil and maple syrup (if using) in a small bowl.

- Stir until no lumps remain. The coating should be thick but not stiff, allow to cool if too thin.

- Remove the peanut butter balls from the freezer.

- Using a skewer or fork pick up a ball and dip into the chocolate leaving a a small round or peanut butter visible at the top.

- Place back on parchment. Repeat with remaining balls. Place in refrigerator until chocolate sets.

- To cover the the hole left by the skewer you can dip your finger in warm water and pinch it closed. Buckeyes should be kept in the refrigerator.