These Peanut Butter Cup Protein Bites Are Sweet, Salty & Satisfying

Registered dietitian and weight loss coach Lauren Hubert, M.S., R.D. knows a thing or two about how to make nutritious foods downright craveable. She’s helped over 5,000 women transform their body composition (we're talking about fat loss and muscle gain) over the last several years by prioritizing their protein intake without sacrificing enjoyment.

Ingredients:

Most chocolatey, peanut butter snacks are laden with sugar and aren’t paired with protein—meaning they likely won’t fill you up so you’ll keep reaching for more. This recipe keeps the nutty, richness of these ingredients while adding a decent dose of high-quality protein. 

The grass-fed whey protein isolate+ offers 25 grams of bioavailable whey protein in each serving. So if you split this recipe into two or three portions, that’s still about 19 -28 grams (if you use certain peanut butter powders like Hubert recommends) or 11-17 grams if you use traditional peanut butter (which is what I did). 

Considering most people should be aiming for a minimum of 100 grams of protein a day (many people need more than that), an extra bit of protein here and there throughout the day can really add up.

As Hubert usually shares with her clients, getting enough protein throughout the day is one of the best ways to support fat loss and curb cravings. Higher-protein diets in general are linked to having a more beneficial body composition, an easier time managing weight, and more balanced blood sugar.*  

Peanut butter and chocolate are a mouthwatering duo on their own. But if you use mindbodygreen’s grass-fed whey protein isolate+ the vanilla (from organic vanilla extract) and the hint of cinnamon truly enhances the flavor. 

Most protein powders (especially the vegan ones) are loaded with artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols, or stevia, which leaves an odd taste in your mouth.