Protein Truffles

Makes 26

Ingredients:

• 250 grams mixed almonds, walnuts, cashews, and macadamias
• 1 & ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons wholemeal flour
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 25 pitted dates, whole
• ¼ cup water
• ½ cup desiccated coconut
• ¼ cup shredded coconut for rolling

Method:

1. Place nuts, cocoa, flour, cinnamon and dates into a food processor and process for around 30 seconds.
2. Add vanilla, coconut and a little water and process until all ingredients are combined and mixture feels pliable.
3. Take out of food processor and place into a bowl.
4. Form into 26 balls.
5. Roll the balls into shredded coconut, extra cocoa, or drizzle with melted chocolate.
6. Enjoy with your favourite beverage!

Nutritional analysis per truffle

• Energy:                89 Cals/ 374kJ
• Protein:                                2g
• Fat:                                      7g
• Saturated fat:                      1.6g
• Carbohydrate:                     5.1g
• Sugars:                                3.8g
• Fibre:                                   1.6g
• Sodium:                               2.8mg