Healthy Easy Almond Coconut Protein Balls
Need a healthy snack to keep you going? These Coconut Almond Energy Bites are packed with protein and are a delicious way to stay fueled when you’re on-the-go!
If you’re looking for a good, filling snack to help during busy days, or anytime really, these Coconut Almond Energy Bites are just the trick. I’ve been making them for the past couple of months as a quick pick-me-up after my workouts, and my clients have been taking them to work to help ease the “hangry” afternoon times.
These come together in the food processor and taste so nutty, chocolatey and the perfect amount of sweetness.
All you need for this recipe is
- raw almonds
- fresh dates
- Cordyceps mushroom powder - for an extra boost of energy without the crash from caffeine
- Toasted coconut
- protein powder - this one is my favorite use danielle for a discount
Blend all up in the food processor and you have a delicious healthy snack! I hope you enjoy these as much as my clients do! Happy cooking XOXO
Rich, nutty, chocolately, coconut filled these protein balls are so delicious and nutritious.
- 1/2 cup raw almonds
- 2 cups fresh dates (pits removed - soak in hot water 5 minutes)
- 2 tbsp coconut butter or nut butter
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 cup finely shredded toasted coconut (reserve 1/4 cup for coating)
- 3 tbsp cordyceps mushroom powder (optional)
- Place dates in a bowl and pour hot water to cover the dates. Let sit 5 minutes.
- Place almonds in food processor and blend until finely chopped. Add dates and blend until chopped and add in coconut butter, protein, cordyceps and coconut then blend until paste forms. Roll into balls and roll into toasted coconut.
- Place in the fridge and once cold enjoy!