Protein-Packed Chocolate Bites for the Afternoon Slump

We all know the feeling — it’s mid-afternoon, energy dips, and the sugar cravings hit. It’s easy to reach for something sweet, but what your body might actually be asking for is protein.

Protein is essential for steady blood sugar, sustained energy, and keeping those cravings in check. When blood sugars crash mid-afternoon, it’s often a sign your earlier meals may have been a little light on protein and healthy fats.

That’s where these simple, gluten-free protein bites come in. They’re quick to make, satisfy a sweet tooth, and offer the kind of nourishment that genuinely sustains you through the rest of your day.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• 1 cup almond flour

• 2 tbsp peanut butter

• a splash of maple syrup

• 1 scoop of your favourite protein powder

Mix into a dough, roll into small balls, and dip them in melted dark chocolate. Let them set in the fridge — and you’ve got the perfect 3pm pick-me-up.

A little chocolate to satisfy, a protein-rich base to steady the body. Nourishing, simple, and exactly what those afternoon slumps need.

Tip: keep a stash in the fridge for easy, blood sugar-friendly snacks during busy days.