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Gluten-Free Macadamia Protein Balls (Vegan)

Light, energizing, and simple to make. These chocolate macadamia protein balls are made with vegan protein powder and without peanut butter
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword no bake, no bake balls, protein powder
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 9 balls
Calories 130kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup macadamia nuts
  • 2 protein powder vegan (roughly ½ cup)
  • cup cacao powder
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons brown rice syrup
  • cup almond milk
  • ½ almonds

Instructions

  • In a small food processor, chop the macadamia nuts into small pieces- make sure not to grind them all into a flour, you want some texture left.
  • In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients.
  • Pour in the brown rice syrup and begin to mix.
  • Slowly add the almond milk and continue to mix until everything looks like one sticky ball.
  • Grind the almonds into small pieces and place them in a shallow bowl.
  • Using your hands, portion the mixture into balls. Roll each ball in the almonds until coated and set on a piece of parchment paper when done. You'll need to press the almonds into the balls firmly so it sticks.
  • Note: to prevent the mixture sticking to your hands too much, rub some coconut oil on them as needed.
  • Place the balls in the freezer for thirty minutes to set.

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Notes

  • The protein powder you choose will affect the texture and flavor of the balls.
  • You cannot substitute whey protein though as the balls will not hold together
  • If you want the balls to be sweeter, add a few drops of stevia to the mixture or roll them in paleo chocolate chips
  • Grab the ingredients you need from my Pantry Staples

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 91mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg