Irresistible Raspberry Protein Balls for a Healthy Snack

Discover these Raspberry Protein Balls, a deliciously healthy snack packed with protein and perfect for any craving.

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Prep Time 10

Setting Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 15 balls

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 100

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup Raw Almonds or Rolled Oats Swap in rolled oats for a nut-free version.
½ cup Hemp Hearts Can replace with chia seeds.
¼ cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened carob powder for caffeine-free.
1 pinch Sea Salt Consider using Himalayan pink salt.

For Sweetness and Texture

6-8 Pitted Dates Soak in hot water if too hard.

For Fruity Flavor

1 cup Frozen Raspberries (or Cranberries) Fresh berries are a good alternative.

For Creaminess

¼ cup Creamy Almond Butter (or any nut/seed butter) Sunflower seed butter is a nut-free substitute.

Equipment

Food Processor

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Soak 6 to 8 pitted dates in hot water for 5 to 10 minutes until softened.
In a food processor, pulse 1 cup of raw almonds or rolled oats with ½ cup of hemp hearts for about 30 seconds.
Add ¼ cup of cocoa powder and a pinch of sea salt, blend for an additional 10 seconds.
Add the drained dates, 1 cup of frozen raspberries, and ¼ cup of creamy almond butter, blend until sticky.
Roll small portions of the mixture into balls, yielding about 15 to 20 protein balls. Refrigerate for at least an hour to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Adjust the number of dates for preferred sweetness and feel free to experiment with different flavors and butters.

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