Simple protein balls

Try out this super simple vegan friendly energy balls – the best homemade alternative to shop bought snacks!

• Dates (12-15 any type or mixed variety) – full of energy and the sugars will help bind all ingredients together
• 2 tbsp ground almonds or almond flour (you can crush some yourself very finely)
• 1 tbsp ground seeds (pumpkin, linseed/flaxseed, sunflower)
• Desiccated coconut (2-4 tbsp)
• Ground pistachio nuts (optional)

You can adjust the ingredients according to taste, the stickier you like it the more dates you’ll need to use.

Steps:

1. Deseed all the dates and mash together using a blender or mortar/pestle
2. All almonds and seeds (if using whole, use a processor to mill)
3. Mix all ingredients together ensuring even distribution and not too thick/patchy in some places
4. You should now have a paste like texture, if it’s too sticky add some more ground almond nut
5. Now use your hands to roll into small/ medium size balls (depending on how you like them)
6. Finally dip in either desiccated coconut, ground pistachio or other seeds/nuts until covered – this helps the balls from sticking together if stored in container.
7. Enjoy straight away or store in fridge for up to a week.