Description
Chocolate Collagen Energy Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that provides a natural energy boost, perfect for a quick pick-me-up or post-workout recovery.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup collagen peptides
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the pitted dates and almond butter until smooth.
- Add cocoa powder, collagen peptides, rolled oats, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, vanilla extract, and salt. Process until well combined.
- Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite nuts or seeds.
- These energy balls can also be rolled in additional shredded coconut or cocoa powder for extra flavor.
- For a vegan version, ensure the collagen peptides used are plant-based.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg