Protein Balls with Goji Berries

Posted 2015-07-14 by Kate Mate ⇒ follow

If you're wondering what is the difference between my raw cacao balls and these that look very similar, the difference is these contain protein.
So why eat protein balls? If you're working out at the gym it is good for you to have protein shakes and even snacking on protein balls is good for you.
It is believed that having protein helps control appetite, maintain Len muscle mass, and even to burn body fat. (Information sourced from fitcupcaker.com)

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Makes: 25-30 small balls

Ingredients
3 tablespoons of coconut oil
4 tablespoons of goji berries
2 tablespoons of raw cacao
200 g pitted dates
2 tablespoons of chia seeds
1/2 cup of desiccated coconut
200 g of almonds
1 scoop of chocolate protein powder

Method

Cut dates in to smaller pieces about 2-3 pieces.

In a mug add some boiling water and the dates. This will soften them.

Soak dates to soften them

After 2 minutes drain the dates and add to a processor with all remaining ingredients except for the coconut.

Add all ingredients to the processor except the coconut

Process for about 1-2 minutes. Turn off the processor and scrape down the sides and repay the process until the nuts have broken up and the mixture has combined.