Nut-Free Choc Protein Balls

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Servings

14

Prep time

Cook time

Recipe


Ingredients

  • 12 Medjool dates, pips removed & soaked for 10 mins in some warm water
  • ½ cup sunflower seeds
  • ½ cup pepitas
  • 2 tbsp flaxseeds
  • 1 cup desiccated coconut, plus extra to roll
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 2 tbsp raw honey or pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 heaped tbsp raw cacao powder

Method


  • Add sunflower seeds, pepitas, flaxseeds, desiccated coconut, coconut oil, tahini, honey, vanilla and cacao to your food processor and blend until you have a finer consistency.
  • Add drained Medjool dates and process until well combined. You can add a little of the date water if too dry.
  • Roll into medium-sized balls (around a tbsp of mixture) and then roll in some coconut.
  • Place in the fridge for 30 mins, then enjoy. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for a week.

  

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