Protein balls - a healthy, on-the-go snack

When you are on the go and you need a pick-me-up, you usually reach for an unhealthy, sugar laden muesli bar. Instead of doing that, reach for one of these.

The LSA (Linseed, Sunflower and Almond meal) in the balls provide all the protein. There is 6.8g of protein in this recipe which promotes muscle growth and fills you up. Also the chia seeds/psyllium husk added in these balls help fill you up and keep you full.

Another good thing about snacking on these is there is no fructose whatsoever! The stevia in the recipe is a sugar-replacement, all natural and calorie free.

Keep reading for the recipe:

Makes: 10

Ingredients:

• 4 tbsp. LSA mix (linseed, sunflower, almond meal)

• 2 tbsp. mixed seeds (I like pumpkin and sunflower seeds)

• 1 tbsp. cacao (can skip)

• 2 heaped tbsp. almond butter (or any nut butter)

• 1 tbsp. chia seeds/psyllium husk – for the fibre hit

• 1 tsp. cinnamon

• 2-3 tsp. stevia powder/6 vanilla stevia drops

• 1/4-1/2 cup warm filtered water – start small and add more as needed

• 1/4 cup desiccated coconut, for rolling (can skip)

Method:

1. In a high-powered blender or food processor, add all the ingredients and blend until the mixture is smooth. If the mixture is too wet, add more LSA mix, or if the mixture is too dry, add a splash of warm water.

2. Spread the desiccated coconut over a plate.

3. Roll into balls of your desired size and coat in the desiccated coconut.

Once these are made, they will last in an airtight container for up to 7 days in the fridge. Next post will be my opinion on non-organic vs organic foods. Happy baking!