Posted on March 10, 2015 by Jenny Cromack

Many of us lose inspiration when it comes to healthy snacks opting for things such as nuts or a protein shake post workout. These protein balls are great healthy snacks, perfect for a healthy treat or post workout snack. This recipe makes 25 protein balls, so great for bulk cooking….just don’t eat them all at once!

Protein Balls – Makes 25

80g 1/2 cup of almonds
80g/1/2 cup of walnuts
80g/1/2 cup of hazelnuts
40g 1/4 cup of pumpkins seeds
40g 1/4 cup of flaxseed (linseeds)
40g 1/4 cup of chia seeds
40g 1/4 cup of sunflower seeds
2 heaped tbsp of cocoa powder
2 heaped tbsp of coconut oil
2 tsp of molasses
3 tsp of honey
a pea-size amount of vanilla pod
shredded coconut

Grind the nuts and seeds in a food processor until ground into a fine flour. Add the coconut oil and mix until the mixture becomes sticky, then add the cocoa, molasses, honey and vanilla (according to taste).When it is all mixed together, place in a dish and allow to cool in the fridge for approximately 2 hours. Then roll the mixture into balls and roll in shredded coconut.

We hope you enjoy these protein balls!