A healthy, high-protein snack to satiate a sweet tooth.
Optional Coating: For added flavour and texture, you can roll the protein balls in cocoa powder, crushed nuts, or shredded coconut (keep in mind these will add calories).
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.
Ingredients
orProtein powder whey based (32 g)or1 oz of soy protein isolate (28 g)
or1/2 Cup of Almond Flour (~50g)or100 grams of coconut Flour
or2 tablespoons of beverages, almond milk, unsweetened, shelf stable
or2 tbsps of cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened (11 g)
or1 tbsp of peanut Butter, smooth (16 g)
or1 tablespoon of seeds, chia seeds, dried (14 g)
or1 tsp of vanilla extract (4 g)
or1 package of sweetener, herbal extract powder from Stevia leaf (1 g) (optional)
Preparation
1.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the whey protein powder, almond (or coconut) flour, cocoa powder and chia seeds. Stir well to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.
2.
Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the almond milk (or water), vanilla extract, peanut butter and sweetener (if using). Stir until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency. You may need to adjust the liquid depending on the texture, so add more if needed (the texture should be conducive to forming solid balls). 3.
Form into Balls: Scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls (about 1 inch in diameter). If the mixture is too sticky, you can lightly wet your hands to help form the balls.4.
Chill: Place the protein balls on a plate and refrigerate them for about 30 minutes to firm up.
