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Nutella Protein Balls

A delicious energy bite recipe made with creamy Nutella, hazelnuts, oats, whey protein, cocoa powder, and maple syrup
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chillling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 10 balls
Calories 117kcal
Author Amee

Equipment

  • 1 food processor

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp Nutella
  • 3 tbsp canned coconut milk
  • 50 grams chocolate whey protein I used Legion Dutch Chocolate whey protein powder
  • 1/2 cup quick cook oats
  • 1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp good quality maple syrup

Instructions

  • Place all of the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor.
  • Process until blended. The mixture should form into a dry, sticky ball.
  • Roll into heaping tablespoon-size balls and place them on a wax-paper or parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
  • Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes.

Notes

  • Be sure to chill the balls for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can mingle and the balls can firm up a bit.
  • Don't over-process the mixture. Pulse just until a firm mound starts to form.

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 91mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg