The Original Protein Ball (Gluten Free & Paleo)

The Original Protein Ball (Gluten Free & Paleo)

Struggling to find a healthy snack to tie you over? These versatile protein balls are the perfect snacking partner, convenient and super quick to put together. Make a bulk batch and refrigerate. Take it to work, great for travelling, pre or post work out snack, mid-morning or afternoon pick up…

Ingredients

  • 2 scoops (64g) Clean Protein Vanilla or Natural or Cocoa
  • Approx. 16-18 Medjool dates pitted (approx. 150 grams)
  • 1 cup almond meal
  • 1/2 cup desiccated coconut; 1/2 for rolling
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder (1/4 cup if using Clean Protein Cocoa)

Method

  1. Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend/pulse until the mixture is completely incorporated (usually takes 3-5 minutes of pulsing). Adding 1 or 2 tablespoons of water, coconut oil, maple syrup or honey will help incorporate the mixture if it is too dry. Continue to pulse until the mixture if fully incorporated
  2. Transfer the mixture into bowl, roll into individual balls and place into a bowl with the remaining desiccated coconut to coat
  3. Place the balls into the fridge to firm up and enjoy!