Chocolate Ginger Protein Balls

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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
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.
Nutrition
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
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
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
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
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Chocolate Ginger Protein Balls
PT10M 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 Gluten Free Paleo Vegan Low-Carb 14 Servings