For a yummy, bone-healthy treat, try one of these three easy recipes for Almond Butter Balls! Great for breakfast, school lunches, snacks, or dessert!
1) Basic Recipe
In a large bowl, mix together:
1 jar of almond butter
1/2 cup of chocolate protein powder
Roll by teaspoonfuls into balls. Place on serving dish. Refrigerate. Serve chilled.
2) Raisin Almond Balls
In a large bowl, mix together:
1 jar of almond butter
1 cup of raisins
1/2 cup of chocolate or vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup of sesame seeds
1/2 cup of organic unsweetened shredded coconut
(Optional: Add 1/4 cup of honey, if desired.)
Roll by teaspoonfuls into balls. Then roll the balls in coconut, and place on serving dish. Refrigerate. Serve chilled.
3) Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Balls
In a large bowl, mix together:
1 jar of almond butter
1/2 cup of chocolate or vanilla protein powder
1 cup of organic dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup of sesame seeds
1/2 cup of organic unsweetened shredded coconut
(Optional: Add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans for an extra-nutty flavor!)
Roll by teaspoonfuls into balls. Then roll the balls in coconut, and place on serving dish. Refrigerate. Serve chilled.