Chocolate Coated Chia Energy Balls
Makes 11 energy balls
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
Method:
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.
Per energy ball:
142 calories
6g protein
16g carbs
6g fat