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Coconut Almond Date Balls

These coconut almond date balls are a great healthy snack that'll keep you energized all day!
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword coconut almond date balls
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 13 balls
Calories 122kcal
Author Snacking in Sneakers

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup raw almonds
  • 1 cup pitted dates
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (or vanilla protein powder)
  • ¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut divided in half
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (or regular chocolate chips)
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp water

Instructions

  • Add the almonds to a food processor cup (mini processors work great for this). Process until the almonds form a coarse almond meal, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the dates, protein powder, 2 tablespoons of the shredded coconut, chocolate chips, salt, and water to the food processor cup with the almonds. Process again until the mixture is well combined and starts clumping together.
  • Place the remaining 2 tablespoons of shredded coconut in a bowl or on a plate.
  • Roll the energy ball mixture into balls, then roll in the extra coconut to coat.
  • Refrigerate and enjoy. You can eat these as soon as they’re done, but I find they taste better after a few hours of refrigeration.

Notes

  • If the mixture is not sticky and rollable after processing, add another 1-2 tablespoons of water.
  • You can use both whey protein or plant-based protein powders for this recipe.
 
Nutrition facts (approximate per ball): 122 calories, 6.5 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 55 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, 2.5 g fiber, 10 g sugar, 4 g protein, Vitamin D: 0%, Calcium: 4%, Iron: 5%, Potassium: 3%

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal