High Protein Date Balls
A quick and simple to make snack that is perfect for when you are on the go, sweetened only by Mother Earth's natural caramel, dates! Packed with nuts and seeds, they’re full of healthy fats for heart and brain health, fiber to keep digestion on track, and 5.3 grams of protein per ball to support your muscles. Zero processed sugars and loaded with vitamins and minerals. Plus, with a low glycemic index, they give you steady energy without spiking your blood sugar.
Equipment
- 1 Food Processor
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates Make sure they are not dry and stiff, and double-check the pits and stems are removed! If they are are stiff, place them in a bowl of warm water for 10 minutes before using. Medjool dates would be ideal because of their larger size and meatier consistency.
- 1 cup nut and seed mixture of your choice I usually use 1/4 cup of each: almonds, cashews, and walnuts, 1/8 cup of Brazil nuts, and 2 tablespoons each of: chia, hemp, pumpkin, and sunflower seeds.
Instructions
- Place nuts and seeds into the food processor and run it for about 20 second until all whole nuts and seeds turn into little sandy pieces. Then remove from processor.
- Add the dates into the processor and run it until it become a big ball, then add the nuts and seed mix to the processor.
- Mix it all until they blend into one mix, and then create 8 little balls a little larger than a big grape. Eat it right away or put in fridge to save for later, as it will last refrigerated for up to two weeks,