Em’s Lightly Toasted Protein Balls

Protein balls are a fantastic healthy snack you can enjoy between meals or after a workout.

This is one of my favourite protein ball varieties, give it a go and see what you think!

Ingredients (Makes 10 medium-sized protein balls)

• 1/2 cup Almond Meal
• 1/3 cup Linseed Meal
• 1/4 cup Cocoa
• 1/4 cup Chia Seeds
• 2 Tbs ABC Spread
• 1/3 Cup Vanilla/Choc Protein Powder
• 1 Egg
• 1 Tbs Agave Syrup
• 1 Tbs Cinnamon
• 1 tsp Nutmeg
• 1/3 Cup Finely Chopped Dates
• 1/4 Cup Pumpkin/Sunflower Seeds
• 1 Tbs Coconut

Method

1. Pre-heat oven to 180deg
2. Mix all dry ingredients well in a bowl then add wet ingredients
3. Roll into medium balls in some extra coconut and place on lightly greased (with coconut butter or organic butter) tray
4. Cook for 10-12minutes or until the tops are a slightly golden
5. Best eaten in the first three days but stay yummy for up to five days in the fridge. Freeze a few so they last longer

 

 

 

TIP: I like to use as many organic materials as possible.

First published May 2013.