The other day I had a MAJOR craving for macaroons, which is crazy as I haven’t had one for years…and I mean years!! Not able to get this craving out of my head – I did what any sensible clean eater would do, I headed to my kitchen to whip up my own ”healthier” version of this yummy treat. These turned out SO good and DEFINITELY hit the spot, but I am going to warn you …… it is REALLY hard to stop at one!!
Ingredients
- 30 pitted dates
- 1 cup of raw pecans
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (or raw cacao powder)
- 1/3 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
Instructions
- Place dates in a bowl and cover with water.
- Let soak for at least 20 mins.
- Drain all water, except for 1tbs.
- Put dates and the reserved water in a food processor.
- Add 1 cup of pecans and process until combined.
- Add in protein powder, cocoa powder, coconut and vanilla, and mix well.
- Line a baking sheet with Parchment paper and set aside.
- With your hands, roll a small amount of the mixture to form one inch balls.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Nutrition Info and Tips
Per serving: 118 calories, 9g carbs, 8g fat, 4g protein, 4g sugar, 2 g fiber
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the Chocolate Macaroon Energy Balls are fantastic! I used vanilla protein power as that’s all I had on hand, and they were still chocolatey and delightful… and even better frozen! mmmmm…
Aren’t they amazing, Traci?! So glad you liked them!
Thanks Traci! One of my favorites as well!!
Is one serving one ball?
All depends on your goals Krista……I would have no more then 2 at a time.