If you’re looking for a nutritious and delicious snack, try making some of these protein balls. They’re perfect for a snack throughout the day and great as a post-workout recovery food.
Matcha & Macadamia Nut Protein Balls with coconut
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare Matcha & Macadamia Nut Bliss Balls
Add the macadamia nuts, almond meal, desiccated coconut, matcha, madjool dates and coconut oil to a food processor. Process gradually until the mixture is well combined and sticky.Â
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Dust Each Bliss Ball
Using a tablespoon, roll the mixture into evenly sized balls. Roll each ball into desiccated coconut until lightly dusted.
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Freeze Bliss Balls
Place the balls into the freezer for 30 minutes to set. Store in the fridge and consume within the week.
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 90kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7.9g13%
- Saturated Fat 3g15%
- Sodium 1mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 5.3g2%
- Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
- Sugars 2.9g
- Protein 1.7g4%
- Calcium 2 mg
- Iron 3 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. The information shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator. Although Forage Feed attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered as estimates and do not replace or substitute a professional nutritionist’s advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bliss balls, also known as protein balls or power balls, are a versatile treat thought to contain several energy boosting ingredients. Although the recipe typically call for dates as the main ingredients, they can be prepared using a range of whole-food ingredients blended together and rolled into small snack-sized balls.Â
Like most recipes, bliss balls are easily customisable using ingredients that you have available such as different seed or nut butters, grains or dried fruits.Â
Protein balls contain protein, healthy carbohydrates, naturals fats and fibre so they are considered healthy when prepared using whole nutritious ingredients and incorporated into a balanced diet. However, they shouldn't be eaten in abundance.Â
If you're consuming pre-packaged or pre-pared protein balls, it's recommended you check the ingredients to ensure they aren't high in processed sugars or contain other additives.Â
How long will bliss balls keep? To maintain freshness, store your protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one (1) week.Â