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Tahini Coconut Protein Energy Balls

Get your energy and protein in one ball from these easy flavorful treats.
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dessert, Snack
Keyword: cocoa, coconut, easy recipes, energy, gluten-free, no-bake, plant-based, protein, protein balls, small-batch, tahini, vegan
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 136kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup soft medjool dates, pitted (40 g) about 2 large
  • 1/4 cup tahini (56 g) sub other creamy nut/seed butter
  • 3/4 cup desiccated coconut (75 g) you can sub quick oats
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder (12 g)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup (32 g)
  • 1/4 cup protein powder (30 g) plant-based if desired, you can also sub oat flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Blend everything in a food processor until combined. It should be like cookie dough. If too wet, add more protein powder, too dry, add 1 tsp water at a time until combined.
  • Roll up walnut sized balls between your palms. (Optional) roll in cocoa powder or more coconut.
  • Keep refrigerated and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 2 energy balls | Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg