Recipe: No-Bake Chocolate Protein Bites

February 11, 2024 Justin Arth

CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY WITH THESE DELICIOUS, NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE COCNUT PROTEIN BITES!

Although his recipe is a dessert, you'll use coconuts that are high in fiber, dates that are rich in antioxidents, chia seeds which are high in omega-3 fatty acids and delicious other natural ingredients to make a protein powered dessert you will enjoy. The end result is a delicious protein bite that only takes 15 minutes to make, gives you 18 servings and 11-15 grams of protein in each bite.

INGREDIENTS:

5.3 oz (or 2/3 cup of Vanilla non-fat yogurt (or non-dairy alternative)

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1 Cup chopped Dates
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1 Cup Cashews
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1/2 Cup Chocolate Plant-based Protein
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1/4 Cup Hemp Seeds - Hulled
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1/4 Cup Chia Seeds
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1/2 Cup Almond Meal
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2 Tbsp Cocoa Powder
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1/4 Tsp Celtic Sea Salt
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1/2 Cup Shredded Unsweetened Coconut (plus more for rolling)

DIRECTIONS:

Place all ingredients expect the yogurt in a food processor

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Pulse several times to break up cashews
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Add Yogurt & Pulse to Mix
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Form into 1 1/2-Inch balls and roll in coconut to coat

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Store in refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
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Serve and Enjoy!
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