Hard work at the gym requires quality protein to restore the muscle fiber. While lean meat or a quality plant protein combination (such as legumes with rice) are a great choice if you’re having a meal after workout, these protein power chocolate truffles are the perfect post workout snacks, especially if your workout is in the afternoon, because they give you energy for the rest of the day.
And yes, these little balls are totally guilt-free, because they are made with healthy, raw ingredients only – no refined sugars added
Ingredients
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 cup dry pitted dates, soaked into purified water for at least 1 hour
1/4 cup oats
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, soaked into purified water for at least 1 hour
2 tbsp almond butter
1 tbsp coconut flour
1 tbsp hemp powder
1 tbsp raw cacao powder
Hemp hearts, cacao powder, for coating
Method
Drain the dates and pumpkin seeds, and add them into the food processor together with the coconut oil and almond butter. Now Process to obtain a fine puree. Then add the rest of the ingredients and pulse to incorporate. Shape little balls using your palms and add them onto a plate with hemp hearts and cacao powder.Roll to coat evenly.Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
