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Guilt-Free Almond & Walnut Protein Balls

With the beginning of another year came the desire to clean up my body and re-energise. I decided to try making some protein balls for mid morning and afternoon snacks. As a first attempt, these little treats were a success. Everyone happily snacked on them, including the kids!

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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1 cup almonds
  • 2 cups chopped dates
  • 1 cup desiccated coconut
  • 4 tbsp. coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp. rice (or pea or whey) protein powder
  • 2 tsp vanilla paste (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
  • 1 tsp Celtic Sea Salt or Himalayan Rock Salt

Method:

1

Blitz the dry ingredients together in a food processor

2

Add the dates, vanilla paste (or extract) and coconut oil until well combined.

3

Use your hands to form into small balls.

4

Roll in desiccated coconut before storing in the fridge until firm.

 

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