I am sure you have all heard of protein balls. Those little balls that pack a punch in the nutrition department, containing a perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates, healthy fats and of course, antioxidants. They are the perfect snack for some pre-workout energy, for the busy worker or simply as a nutritious option between meals to keep you nourished and satisfied.
Although delicious, store bought protein balls can often hurt your wallet, so why not make them yourself? With these three simple recipes containing five ingredients or less, we have made it super simple for you to create and enjoy these healthy snacks!
The benefits?
- With five ingredients or less they are cost effective
- You can whip them up in less than ten minutes
- You can mix and match flavours depending upon your liking
- They are an easy, portable portion controlled snack
- You can make them in bulk and leave them in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for up to a month!
- Did I mention they are toddler approved? They are the perfect snack for your little one! Just ensure you blend ingredients until fine and smooth.
We hope you enjoy these recipes as much as we do!
Snickers Protein Balls (makes 12)
Ingredients
1⁄2 cup crushed peanuts (plus extra for rolling)
5 tbsp 100% smooth peanut butter
3 tbsp maple syrup
3 tbsp cacao powder
pinch of Himalayan salt
1⁄2 cup crushed peanuts (plus extra for rolling)
5 tbsp 100% smooth peanut butter
3 tbsp maple syrup
3 tbsp cacao powder
pinch of Himalayan salt
Method
Blend all ingredients together in a food processor until well combined. Roll a heaped tbsp of
mixture into balls and roll through crushed peanuts and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Salted caramel protein balls (makes 12)
Ingredients
10 medjool dates (soaked)
1 cup raw almonds
1⁄2 cup desiccated coconut (plus extra for rolling)
1⁄4 tsp Himalayan salt
10 medjool dates (soaked)
1 cup raw almonds
1⁄2 cup desiccated coconut (plus extra for rolling)
1⁄4 tsp Himalayan salt
Method
Blend all ingredients together in a food processor until well combined. Roll a heaped tbsp of
mixture into balls and roll through desiccated coconut and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Raspberry Bliss Balls (Makes 12)
Ingredients
1/2 cup of raspberries (frozen)
1 cup shredded coconut
5 medjool dates
1/2 cup raw cashews
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Method
Blend all ingredients together in a food processor until well combined. Roll mixture into ball
shapes. Roll balls in desiccated coconut and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Delicious recipes thanks to Clinical Nutritionist Edan Willing.
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