Recipe by: Melissa Cosentino
Fuel your day the delicious way with these cookie dough protein balls! Packed with protein and irresistible flavour, they're the perfect guilt-free snack to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whip up a batch for an energizing pick-me-up anytime!
This recipe packs in 1️⃣5️⃣ g of protein/ serving. Proteins are the main building blocks for the body, an essential macronutrient that plays a critical role in our natural bodily functions. A big misconception is that you need to focus on protein only if you strength train/workout, which is not true!
The top 6 benefits of protein:
1️⃣ Building + Repairing Tissues 💪
2️⃣ Enzyme & Hormone Production 🌟
3️⃣ Immune System Function 🌿
4️⃣ Stress Support 🧘♀️
5️⃣ Energy 🤩
6️⃣ Satiety 💯
INGREDIENTS: 8 servings
✔️3/4 cup Almond Flour
✔️1 cup Natural HeLa Organic Plant Protein Powder
✔️1/4 tsp Sea Salt
✔️1/3 cup Almond or Peanut Butter
✔️3 tbsp Maple Syrup (can swap for stevia or monk fruit for no sugar option)
✔️1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
✔️1/3 cup Any Milk
✔️1/4 cup Dark Chocolate Chips
HOW TO MAKE IT: Add all ingredients to a bowl, except chocolate chips and mix well with a wooden spoon or hands. Then fold in chocolate chips and roll into balls.
Enjoy!!