Chocolate Ginger Protein Balls

This easy, chewy snack is made with five simple ingredients - cashews, dates, oats, ginger, and chocolate. Blend the ingredients with a food processor and then shape the dough into balls and enjoy as a no-bake energizing snack or treat. Eat these straight out of the freezer for that extra chewy bite. For a non-food processor recipe alternative, check out the Paleo recipe dropdown.

How To MakeDiet Type: Plant-based

Freeze For 3-4 months

Best by 1 week refrigerated

Shopping List

200 grams raw or dry-roasted cashews (1 2/3 cups)
200 grams pitted medjool dates (about 11 dates)
25 grams vegan protein powder of choice (about 5 tablespoons)
25 grams rolled oats (about 5 tablespoons)
33333333/100000000 cup vegan chocolate chips
2 1/2 teaspoons ginger powder

Instructions

Step 1: If your dates seem dry, soak them in warm water for 30 to 90 minutes until softened. Drain before using.
Step 2: Combine all ingredients, except the chocolate, into a high-powered food processor. Pulse the ingredients until well combined, scraping down the sides as needed. The dough will be ready when it clumps up like a ball and no large cashew or date pieces remain.
Step 3: Roll the dough into ping-pong sized balls.
Step 4: Melt the chocolate chips and in a microwave-safe bowl (or double boiler) in 15 second intervals. Stir the chips between intervals, taking care that they do not burn. If you’re having trouble melting, you can add in a few tablespoons of coconut oil.
Step 5: Drizzle or half-dunk the ginger balls into the melted chocolate. Place on a piece of parchment paper. Repeat this process with all remaining balls and then freeze to harden.
Serve: Enjoy these directly out of the freezer or refrigerator for a chewy treat. Let it sit on the counter for a few minutes to soften.

Recipe Notes

Note 1: Recipe adapted from the lovely Deliciously Ella.

Nutrition

Serves 14
Calories Per Serving: 161			DAILY VALUE %
Total Fat 8g	13%	Total Carbohydrate 18g	6%
Sodium 2mg	0%	Fiber 2g	7%
Sugars 13g		Net Carbohydrate 16g
Cholesterol 1mg	0%	Protein 5g	10%
Calcium	3%	Iron	10%
Potassium 199mg	6%

Nutritional information suggested is for 1 serving.

Nutritional Data Disclaimer

The website is written and produced for informational purposes only. The nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the FDA. The data is calculated through a third party online nutritional calculator, and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Although Bravabod does its best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as brands purchased and fluctuations in fresh produce alters the nutritional information in any given meal. For the most accurate nutritional information in a given meal, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator or with the assistance of a licensed medical professional.

This easy, chewy snack is made with six simple ingredients - nut butter, almond flour, sweetener, protein powder, ginger, and chocolate. Shape the dough into balls and enjoy as a no-bake energizing snack or treat. Enjoy these straight out of the freezer for that extra chewy bite.

How To MakeDiet Type: Paleo

Freeze For 3-4 months

Best by 1 week refrigerated

Shopping List

3/4 cup smooth cashew butter or almond butter
1 cup + 2 tablespoons almond flour
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons protein powder of choice
1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons ginger powder
33333333/100000000 cup paleo chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bar

Instructions

Step 1: Combine all ingredients, except the chocolate, in a large bowl. Stir with a spatula until it resembles a thick dough.
Step 2: Roll the dough into ping-pong sized balls.
Step 3: Melt the chocolate chips and in a microwave-safe bowl (or double boiler) in 15 second intervals. Stir the chips between intervals, taking care that they do not burn. If you’re having trouble melting, you can add in a few tablespoons of coconut oil.
Step 4: Drizzle or half-dunk the ginger balls into the melted chocolate. Place on a piece of parchment paper. Repeat this process with all remaining balls and then freeze to harden.
Serve: Enjoy these directly out of the freezer or refrigerator for a chewy treat. Let it sit on the counter for a few minutes to soften.

Nutrition

Serves 14
Calories Per Serving: 185			DAILY VALUE %
Total Fat 14g	22%	Total Carbohydrate 10g	3%
Sodium 8mg	0%	Fiber 3g	11%
Sugars 5g		Net Carbohydrate 7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%	Protein 8g	16%
Calcium	10%	Iron	5%
Potassium 10mg	0%

Nutritional information suggested is for 1 serving.

Nutritional Data Disclaimer

The website is written and produced for informational purposes only. The nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the FDA. The data is calculated through a third party online nutritional calculator, and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Although Bravabod does its best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as brands purchased and fluctuations in fresh produce alters the nutritional information in any given meal. For the most accurate nutritional information in a given meal, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator or with the assistance of a licensed medical professional.

This easy, chewy snack is made with six simple ingredients - nut butter, almond flour, sweetener, protein powder, ginger, and optional chocolate. Shape the dough into balls and enjoy as a no-bake energizing snack or treat. Enjoy these straight out of the freezer for that extra chewy bite.

How To MakeDiet Type: Low-carb

Freeze For 3-4 months

Best by 1 week refrigerated

Shopping List

3/4 cup smooth cashew butter or almond butter
1 cup + 2 tablespoons almond flour
3 tablespoons low-carb maple sweetener or yacon syrup
3 tablespoons protein powder of choice
1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons ginger powder
33333333/100000000 cup low-carb chocolate chips (optional, Note 1)

Instructions

Step 1: Combine all ingredients, except the chocolate, in a large bowl. Stir with a spatula until it resembles a thick dough.
Step 2: Roll the dough into ping-pong sized balls.
Step 3: Melt the chocolate chips and in a microwave-safe bowl (or double boiler) in 15 second intervals. Stir the chips between intervals, taking care that they do not burn. If you’re having trouble melting, you can add in a few tablespoons of coconut oil.
Step 4: Drizzle or half-dunk the ginger balls into the melted chocolate. Place on a piece of parchment paper. Repeat this process with all remaining balls and then freeze to harden.
Serve: Enjoy these directly out of the freezer or refrigerator for a chewy treat. Let it sit on the counter for a few minutes to soften.

Recipe Notes

Note 1: The chocolate coating is optional if you would prefer to have these with fewer carbohydrates. Either way, they are delicious.

Nutrition

Serves 14
Calories Per Serving: 153			DAILY VALUE %
Total Fat 12g	19%	Total Carbohydrate 7g	2%
Sodium 12mg	1%	Fiber 4g	16%
Sugars 1g		Net Carbohydrate 3g
Cholesterol 1mg	0%	Protein 8g	16%
Calcium	5%	Iron	5%
Potassium 19mg	1%

Nutritional information suggested is for 1 serving, with chocolate included.

Nutritional Data Disclaimer

The website is written and produced for informational purposes only. The nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the FDA. The data is calculated through a third party online nutritional calculator, and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Although Bravabod does its best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as brands purchased and fluctuations in fresh produce alters the nutritional information in any given meal. For the most accurate nutritional information in a given meal, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator or with the assistance of a licensed medical professional.