The prefect protein-packed pre (or post) workout snack as well as a vegan, gluten-free and delicious one. These date sweetened balls are studded with pink Himalayan salt dark chocolate and coated in more creamy chocolate for an indulgent yet healthy treat.
By Nourishing Amy
Pink Himalayan Salt Vanilla Chocolate Balls
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Serves: People
Ingredients
100g pitted medjool dates
40g almonds
20g almond butter
30g chocolate or vanilla protein powder
½ tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp date water
20g Divine Pink Himalayan Salt Dark Chocolate, chopped
100g Divine Pink Himalayan Salt Dark Chocolate, melted
Method
Step 1
Soak the pitted dates in boiling water for 10 minutes and then drain – reserving the water.
Step 2
Blend the dates in a food processor until sticky then add in the almonds, almond butter, protein powder, vanilla extract and 2 tbsp reserved date water. Blend until sticky and smooth.
Step 3
Stir in the chopped chocolate and divide into 12 balls. Leave to set in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
Step 4
Melt the chocolate and coat each ball evenly. Allow to set in the fridge again.
