The Best Kinda Protein Date Balls

Instructions

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   In a food processor, combine the dates, almonds, walnuts, ground flaxseed, protein powder, ¼ cup of the coconut and 2 teaspoons water and pulse until a dough is formed. Add another teaspoon or two of water if needed for the mixture to hold together.
2. 2
   Spread the remaining 2 tablespoons coconut over a small plate. Roll the dough into twelve 1-ounce balls, setting the balls on a large plate as you go.
3. 3
   In a Ziploc bag, add 2 tablespoons chopped coconut, plus any optional add-on powders, like Pitaya powder or natural sprinkles. Refrigerate the balls for 30 minutes in a sealed container to firm up, pop them on a stick or store in a reusable container and enjoy when your heart desires
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   OPTIONS Matcha Tea Date Balls: Add ½ teaspoon fine matcha tea powder to coating mixture Apple Pie Date Balls: Add 2 tablespoons chopped fresh apple + 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon to mixture Pitaya and Protein Date Balls on Deck: Add 1 teaspoon ground pitaya powder to coating mixture