High Protein Healthier Buckeyes (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Chocolate and peanut butter are a CLASSIC combination and one of my favorites!

This healthier buckeye recipe is made with less than five ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. They’re gluten-free, vegan, and packed with protein and healthy fats!

See my video tutorial HERE.

Many store-bought or “classic” buckeyes are filled with added sugar, processed oils, and ingredients that honestly aren’t necessary. To make this delicious treat, you really only need a few basic ingredients!

Chocolate, peanut butter, and TAH-DAH. I add protein to this healthier recipe because it helps keep me full for longer and creates more balance that will keep my blood sugar happy!

These are one of my favorite easy snacks to prep for the week. You can make a big batch and have them on hand for when your sweet tooth hits! Or share with others because who doesn’t love a classic buckeye? (yes, even if you’re in Michigan, like me 😆)

I usually stick to making six JUMBO buckeyes. They’re gone pretty quickly! You can always adjust the size to make smaller ones too. Whatever you’re in the mood for!

What you’ll need to make these Healthier Buckeyes:

• Peanut butter – check that the ingredients are only peanuts and salt. I use Kirkland Organic!
• Vanilla protein powder – I love Sprout Living! (code – callascleaneats)
• Chocolate chips – regular or dairy-free work great!
• Coconut oil

More healthier sweet recipes:

• Healthy Chocolate Mousse (gluten free, paleo, vegan)
• Peppermint Bark Cups (gluten free, vegan)
• Baked Oatmeal Cookies (gluten free, vegan)
• Single-Serve Pumpkin Cookie (gluten free, vegan)

Print Recipe

High Protein Healthier Buckeyes

Course: Dessert, Snack

Keyword: buckeyes, chocolate, chocolate peanut butter cereal bars, dessert, easy dessert, easy snack, gluten free, healthy dessert, healthy snack, high protein, paleo friendly, vegan

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions

• Add peanut butter and protein to a bowl and mix super well until a thick dough forms. May need to add extra peanut butter or protein depending on which kinds you use.
• Use a cookie scoop to scoop the dough onto parchment paper lined plate.
• Freeze for 1 hour. Option to roll into “prettier” balls now (they are too sticky to roll before freezing).
• Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in 15 second intervals in the microwave (stirring between each) until fully melted.
• Dip peanut butter balls into chocolate and place back on parchment paper lined plate. Freeze for 1-2 hours or until fully hardened. Option to cut around the edges if you have extra chocolate .

(Makes 6 jumbo or 12 smaller buckeyes)