Lemon coconut protein bites
7 minutes, 525 calories, 1 serving
Ingredients
- 5 dates (dried and pitted) (~1 ¼ oz)
- ½ cups applesauce (unsweetened) (~4 ½ oz)
- 1 ½ oz coconut flour
- 1 tbsp protein powder (~⅓ oz)
- 2 ½ tbsp coconut (shredded) (~½ oz)
- optional: 1 lemon (~2 oz)
- optional: ½ tsp vanilla extract
- optional: a tiny bit of salt
Instructions
- Place dates, applesauce, lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla in a food processor. Process until pureed and mixture is combined.
- Add coconut flour, protein powder and salt. Process until mixture forms a smooth ball of “dough.” (If mixture looks too dry, add 1-2 tsp water or almond milk).
- Roll into balls. Place shredded coconut in a small bowl and roll balls in coconut.
- Eat right away or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Enjoy!
