Chocolate Coated Chia Energy Balls Recipe


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Ingredients

170g rolled oats (use gluten free if preferred)
40g walnut or pecan halves
30g vanilla flavour whey or rice protein powder (optional) 2 tbsps chia seeds
1 tsp ground cinnamon
a pinch of sea salt
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
120g ripe banana, mashed
80g peanut butter or almond butter
for the coating:
35g dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa), melted

Makes 11 energy balls

Per Serving (1 x Energy Ball):

142 calories
6g fat
16g carbs
6g protein

Cooking Instructions

Place all of the ingredients in a food processor. Blend until well combined and a dough consistency forms. Add cold water, 1 tsp at a time, if the mixture is too crumbly.

Roll into 11 balls.
Dip into the melted dark chocolate. Transfer to a plate or baking tray. Refrigerate or freeze for 10 minutes, or until set.
Optional: Serve topped with a sprinkle of sea salt.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 weeks.

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