Chia Coconut Superfood Balls

  • Time: 45 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Serving Size: 2.0 ounces
  • Stage: Post-Recovery (Snack)

INGREDIENTS:

  • Peanut butter - 3 tbsp (48 grams)
  • Honey, raw and unfiltered - 3 tbsp (63 grams)
  • Raw cacao powder - 1/2 tbsp (3 grams)
  • Cinnamon, ground - 1/2 tsp
  • Sea salt - 1/4 tsp
  • Rolled oats, uncooked - 4/5 cup (77 grams)
  • Chia seeds - 1 tbsp (12 grams)
  • Coconut flakes, unsweetened - 4 tbsp (20 grams)
  • Flax seeds, ground - 4 tbsp (30 grams)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Add the peanut butter and honey to a large bowl and mix.
  2. Add all the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  3. Moisten your hands with a bit of water and make 8 equally sized balls. Squeeze each ball tightly so they stick together. Lightly moisten your hands in between balls if necessary. Place in a flat container in the refrigerator for 30 minutes (do not place them on top of each other or they will stick). Enjoy!

*Note: Divide equally by the listed number of ingredients. Stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

NUTRITION FACTS per serving:

  • Calories 295
  • Protein 8 grams
  • Carbs 34 grams
  • Fat 14 grams
  • Fiber 7 grams
  • Sugar 14 grams
  • Iron 13% DV
  • Calcium 6% DV
  • Sodium 7% DV

DV = Daily Value, Based on diet for healthy adults

Nutritionist notes: This recipe has tons of nutrients but is also a bit high in calories, so eat one serving size per day max.

Tags: low-carb, keto friendly, dairy-free, soy-free, gluten-free, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, high-fiber, gastric sleeve, vsg, bariatric, diet, recipe

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*The picture is meant for illustrative purposes and may sometimes not be representative of the serving size. For a precise serving size please follow the list of ingredients carefully, using grams as the most exact measurement.