Chocolate-Covered Almond Butter Protein Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsweetened almond butter

• 1/4 cup monk fruit sweetener

• 2 scoops sugar-free vanilla protein powder

• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of sea salt

• 1/2 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips

• 2 tbsp coconut oil

• Optional: Chopped nuts or unsweetened coconut flakes for topping

Viral-Worthy Instagram-Ready Instructions:

1. Mix Magic: In a large bowl, combine almond butter, monk fruit sweetener, protein powder, flaxseed, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until a smooth, moldable dough forms. Pro tip: Use a hand mixer for that perfect consistency!

2. Shape Up: Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch). Pro creator hack: Make them uniform for that perfect aesthetic! Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes.

3. Chocolate Dip Perfection: Melt sugar-free dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring between each. Pro tip: Smooth chocolate = viral-worthy content!

4. Coat & Decorate:  Dip each frozen ball into the melted chocolate, using a fork to drain excess. Sprinkle with chopped nuts or coconut flakes for that extra crunch and visual appeal.

5. Set & Snap:  Refrigerate for 10 minutes until chocolate sets. CONTENT CREATOR ALERT: This is your money shot moment! Arrange on a cute plate, use natural lighting, and capture that chocolate drizzle!

Nutrition Breakdown (Per Bite):

• Calories: 85

• Net Carbs: 2g

• Protein: 4g

• Healthy Fats: 7g

• Sugar: 0g

Prediabetes-Friendly Callouts:

• Low glycemic index ingredients

• No added sugars

• High protein

• Healthy fats to stabilize blood sugar