GLP-1 Sweet Potato Protein Bites

By Adam Fisher
Published 3/3/2025
Dietitian Reviewed: Erin McNamara, RDN, LDN, CLT
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Diabetic | Vegetarian
GLP-1 Sweet Potato Protein Bites

These GLP-1 Sweet Potato Protein Bites are perfect for snacking, offering 10g of protein per serving. Naturally sweetened with sweet potatoes and maple syrup, they’re a nutrient-dense recipe that helps support a weight loss diet, all while tasting like a bite-sized slice of freshly baked sweet potato pie. A dark chocolate drizzle adds rich flavor and antioxidants, making them a healthy high-protein dessert for those using GLP-1 medications.

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Total Time
90 minutes
Servings
14
Calories
215
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Easy GLP-1 Snack Recipe for Meal Prep

With their blend of warm spices and a nutty texture, these GLP-1 Sweet Potato Protein Bites satisfy cravings while keeping blood sugar balanced. Ideal for GLP-1 friendly meal prep, they’re one of the best grab-and-go snack ideas for GLP-1 users. Keep a batch ready in the refrigerator for a nutritious, high-protein treat anytime. To learn how to incorporate healthy snacks into your weightloss diet, check out our GLP-1 guidelines, tips and recipes.

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Ingredients

Recipe yields 14 servings

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How to Make GLP-1 Sweet Potato Protein Bites

  1. Step 1

    Bake the Sweet Potato: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pierce sweet potato with a fork multiple times and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until fork tender. Let cool, then scoop out the flesh and mash until smooth. Discard the skin.

  2. Step 2

    Make the Dough: Add ¾ cup pecans to food processor and pulse on high into coarse sand, about 20 seconds. Reserve remaining ¼ cup pecans for later. Add protein powder, almond flour, ¼ cup rolled oats, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, cardamom, and ginger; manually pulse to combine. Add mashed sweet potato, dates, chia seeds, and vanilla extract. Process on low speed until a dough forms. Transfer dough to a large mixing bowl and fold in remaining ¼ cup rolled oats using a rubber spatula.

  3. Step 3

    Shape the Bites: Using lightly dampened hands, roll dough into 1½-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  4. Step 4

    Melt the Chocolate: Combine chocolate chips and olive oil in a microwave-safe dish and microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over bites using a small zip-top plastic bag or pastry bag.

  5. Step 5

    Garnish and Chill: Sprinkle each bite with reserved chopped pecans. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow chocolate to set. Enjoy!

  6. Step 6

    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
2 bites

215
Calories
13
g
Fat
0
mg
Cholesterol
75
mg
Sodium
18
g
Carbs
2
g
Sat. Fat
3
g
Fiber
10
g
Protein
9
g
Sugars
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