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Chocolate & Coconut No Bake Balls

Snack
These balls are a simple and nutritious treat that requires no baking. It's a convenient and tasty option for a quick energy boost or a healthy snack.
5 stars from 1 vote
Calories221kcal
Carbs13g
Protein9.5g
Fats14.7g
For Exercise Day
Prep Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Performance Benefits

The blend of dried fruit and honey provides carbohydrates that serve as a quick energy source. This can be beneficial before or after a workout to replenish glycogen stores in the muscles. The healthy fats from nuts and seeds provide a sustained release of energy. This can help maintain energy levels over an extended period.
Health Benefits

Dark chocolate contains antioxidants that may help combat oxidative stress in the body. Antioxidants are beneficial for overall health and may contribute to better recovery post-exercise. Fats from the nuts and seeds are involved in the production of hormones. Hormones are essential messengers that regulate various bodily functions, including metabolism, mood and reproductive processes.
Expert Tips

Experiment with different fruit and nuts if you like! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Equipment

  • 1 Blender

Ingredients

  • 50 g Desiccated Coconut
  • 2 tbsp Nut Butter
  • 100 g Mixed Nuts
  • 80 g Dried Cranberries
  • 100 g Blueberries
  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 100 g Dark Chocolate Protein
  • 2 scoops Whey (optional)
12 servings

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to the blender & blend.
  • You may need to stop a few times, scrape down the edges, and blend again.
  • The mixture should be firm and not too moist.
  • If the mixture is too dry, add a drop of milk and blend again.
  • Form into balls and put on a tray/plate.
  • Leave to set in the fridge for 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 57gCalories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 9.5gFat: 14.7gSaturated Fat: 6.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.8gCholesterol: 3.6mgSodium: 29.5mgPotassium: 229mgFiber: 3.4gSugar: 11.4gVitamin A: 0.6ugVitamin C: 0.76mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1.6mg
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