Chocolate Berry Bombs
SnackThe sweetness of dried cranberries works incredibly well with chunks of rich dark chocolate. There is a lovely chewy texture to these foolproof treats!
Calories143kcal
Carbs14g
Protein8g
Fats6g
For Rest DayPerformance Benefits
This recipe would be a great snack for an exercise or rest day as it contains a nice balance of all three macronutrients.
Health Benefits
Protein is the main macronutrient that supports growth and repair, and is involved in almost every biological process in the body. Protein is what makes up muscle tissue; it also provides a source of energy for cells of the immune system.
Expert Tips
Makes some extra servings and keep in the fridge for a couple of days...if you can make them last that long!
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Fridge
Ingredients
- 200 g Oats
- 6 tbsp Cranberries
- 60 g Desiccated coconut
- 3 scoop Whey protein powder (vanilla flavour)
- 40 g 80% dark chocolate (chopped)
- ½ tsp Salt
- 50-100 ml Milk
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Peanut butter
Servings
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, cranberries, coconut, whey protein, chocolate and salt.
- Add the peanut butter and honey. Mix using your hands to get rid of any lumps.
- Slowly pour in the milk. Mix well as you add the milk.
- If the mixture becomes too wet, add some more oats or protein powder.
- Using your hands, shape the mixture into 14 balls.
- Place the balls on a plate or a tray and leave to set in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
Notes
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 143kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.8gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1.1mgSodium: 98mgPotassium: 124mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4.3gVitamin A: 3ugVitamin C: 0.22mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg
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