Almond Butter Energy Balls
| 8 |
75 |
150 |
| Ingredients |
Minutes |
Calories |
|
| Prep |
Cook |
Servings |
| 1 h 15 min |
0 min |
15
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A tasty plant-based, high protein snack to go!
Ingredients
|
1/4 cup
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Flaxseed meal (ground)
|
|
1 tbsp
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Chia seeds, ground
|
|
1/2 cup
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Carob chocolate chips
(or alternate chocolate chips of choice)
|
|
1/4 cup
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Coconut flakes, unsweetened
(or shredded)
|
|
1 cup
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Rolled oats, dry
(Gluten free oats if needed)
|
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1/2 cup
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Almond butter
(or alternate nut butter or choice)
|
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1/4 cup
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Honey, raw
(or maple syrup)
|
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1 tsp
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Vanilla extract, pure
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground flaxseed, ground chia seed, carob chips, coconut flakes, and oats.
- Add the almond butter, honey, and vanilla. Mix thoroughly with a spatula to create a dough.
- Place parchment paper across the entire length of a large baking sheet.
- Using your hands, roll the dough into approximately 1-inch diameter balls. Place on the baking sheet, evenly spaced apart.
- Place the tray in the fridge for approximately one hour. Store in an airtight container. Enjoy!
Notes:
Quick Tips:
- keep protein balls in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 4 weeks
- keep hands slightly wet when rolling balls
Nutrition Facts
Per Portion
Calories
150
Calories from fat
78
Calories from saturated fat
10.0
Total Fat
8.7 g
Saturated Fat
1.1 g
Trans Fat
0
Polyunsaturated Fat
2.0 g
Monounsaturated Fat
3.1 g
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
26.3 mg
Potassium
95 mg
Total Carbohydrate
15.5 g
Dietary Fiber
3.6 g
Sugars
7.9 g
Protein
4.1 g
Dietary servings
Per Portion
| Grain |
0.2 |
| Meat Alternative |
0.4 |
Energy sources
Meal Type(s)
