Resisting a chocolate craving seems like a futile task—when you want it, you want it. Luckily, there are healthy ways to satisfy a sweet tooth. These sugar-free chocolate chia protein balls are the perfect healthy snack for a chocolate attack—and they’re packed with protein!

Sugar-Free Chocolate Chia Protein Balls Recipe

• 1/4 cup unsweetened sunflower seed butter or tahini
• 1/3 cup hemp protein powder (Nutiva or Living Harvest recommended)
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 25 drops plain liquid stevia
• 3 tablespoons dark cocoa powder or cacao powder

Pour all ingredients into a bowl. Mix until well combined. Let cool in the fridge for 5 minutes, then roll into 1-inch thick balls. Serve as is or rolled in shredded coconut. Makes 10 balls.

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