Chocolate Chia Protein Balls (nut & date free)

By michellecresta

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup nut or seed butter, or tahini
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup protein powder (info on choosing protein powder)
• 3 tbsp coconut oil
• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tbsp ginger powder (or freshly grated ginger to taste)
• 1/4 cup raw cacao powder
• Pinch of salt

Preparation

Step 1

Add all ingredients to the food processor, except 2 tbsp of the raw cacao powder (for dusting) and blend until mixture turns into a dough-like consistency.
With a small spoon, scoop the mixture and roll into balls.
Optional: dust with the extra cacao powder.
Place the rolled balls onto a plate or baking sheet then place into the refrigerator to set.
These are best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator