Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Protein Balls

YIELD 22 balls

ACTIVE TIME 30 min

TOTAL TIME 30 min

INGREDIENTS

• 5 tablespoons dairy-free semisweet chocolate chips

• 1 cup salted roasted peanuts

• 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted (about 10 to 12)

• 1 scoop vanilla plant-based protein powder (about 35 grams)

• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Chop chocolate chips with a knife and set aside in a small bowl.

2. Add peanuts to a food processor or high-speed blender. Process nuts until a creamy peanut butter forms.

3. Add dates and mix until smooth.

4. Add in the protein powder until thoroughly combined.

5. Lastly, add the applesauce and mix until a creamy, thick dough forms.

6. Roll dough into 22 balls, coat each ball with the chopped chocolate, and place on a plate.

7. Enjoy immediately, or if you like a firmer consistency, refrigerate for at least 20 minutes. Store uneaten balls in an airtight container in the fridge.

NUTRITION

Calories 91 Total Fat 4.3g Saturated Fat 1.0g

Trans Fat 0.0g Cholesterol 1mg Sodium 12mg Potassium 125mg Total Carbohydrates 12g Dietary Fiber 1.5g

Sugars 9.6g

Protein 3.3g