Lemon Coconut Protein Bites
Lemon coconut protein balls are no bake energy balls with dates, oats, almond butter, almond flour, coconut, and lemon.
Servings: 18 balls
Calories: 106kcal
Ingredients
- 1½ cups oats
- 6 dates
- ½ cup almond flour
- ⅓ cup almond butter
- ¼ cup coconut flakes, unsweetened
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (1 lemon)
- 3 Tablespoons lemon juice (approx. 1 lemon)
- 2 Tablespoons agave nectar or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
Instructions
If using a food processor:
- Combine all ingredients in the large bowl with large blade and process for 1-2 minutes, until well combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally. Use a Tablespoon to measure out portions and roll/shape into balls.
If using a blender:
- In the blender, blend oats until crumbly and fine, no big pieces left. Add chopped dates and blend until well combined and no large pieces left.
- Transfer mixture to mixing bowl and add remaining ingredients. Mix well. Use a Tablespoon to measure out portions and roll/shape into balls.
Notes
Store in an airtight container:
- Room temperature 3-5 days
- Refrigerator up to 2 weeks
- Freezer up to 3 months
Nutrition
Serving: 1ball | Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg
