Lemon Poppy Seed Balls
Delicious Protein Balls for a Healthy Snack
Protein balls are a great way to get a quick and healthy snack in between meals. These little balls of goodness are packed with protein, fibre, and healthy fats to keep you feeling satisfied and energised throughout the day. Plus, they're easy to make and customisable to your taste preferences!
These Lemon Poppyseed ones are so delicious - slightly tart from the lemon, filled with so much goodness and then the coconut butter complements the lemon with its sweet creamy topping.
Whether you're looking for a pre-workout boost, a post-workout recovery snack, or just a mid-day pick-me-up, protein balls are the perfect choice. Plus, they're portable, so you can take them with you on the go.
So, what are you waiting for? Try making these protein balls today and enjoy a healthy and tasty snack anytime, anywhere!
INGREDIENTS
Yields; Approximately 12 balls
Ingredients
1 cup medjool dates, pitted
1 cup cashews
1/2 cup ground almonds
1/4 cup coconut flour
1 tbsp lemon zest (1 lemon)
3 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp vanilla
Pinch sea salt
1 tbsp poppy seeds + save a pinch to top the coconut butter
Glaze
1/4 cup coconut butter
1 tbsp maple syrup/agave
1 tbsp almond milk
DIRECTIONS
Place the dates into a food processor and blitz until it forms a sort of paste. Scoop out the date paste and set aside for the moment.
Add the cashews into the processor and pulse until you get a fine meal - about 30 seconds.
Add in ground almonds, coconut flour, lemon zest, juice, date paste and vanilla and pulse until it all comes together and sticks together in a ball. Lastly, add in the poppy seeds and use until combined.
Scoop out a heaped tbsp and roll into balls. Repeat until all of your mixture is used up. Line a baking tray with parchment paper to place all the balls. Transfer to the freezer and freeze for 10 minutes.
For the glaze, Melt the coconut butter in a saucepan on low heat.Take of heat and whisk in the maple and almond milk, stirring well until it becomes smooth and creamy.
Remove the balls from the freezer and dip them into the icing, or you could drizzle the icing over with a spoon. Then once all the balls are iced, pop them in the fridge for 5-10 minutes. I like to top them with a few extra poppy seeds.
I like to store mine in the fridge, but you can also keep them at room temp as long as it’s not too warm as the icing may melt.