15 Jan Chocolate and coconut protein bites
AuthorEmma JonesCategorySnacks, Under 200 caloriesDifficultyBeginnerTaming that sweet tooth can be difficult when you're trying to lose weight, because apparently a family-sized sharing bar of Dairy Milk isn't a snack conducive to reaching a healthy weight (who knew?!).
Luckily the bods at Ultimate Performance kept this in mind when putting together their newest cookbook and have included a recipe for indulgent coconut and chocolate protein bites, which they've kindly sent us to share with you. Buy the cookbook, which includes this and 190 more recipes, on Amazon here.
Nutrition FactsServing Size 1 ball
Servings 10
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 111
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 2g1%
- Protein 3g6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
In a bowl, combine the coconut with the whey protein powder.
Pulse together in a food processor and add the coconut cream.
Once the mixture comes together, leave to one side and begin melting the dark chocolate in a bowl over a pan of boiling water.
Lay out the greaseproof paper on a plate.
Roll the coconut mixture into 10 balls and pike with a cocktail stick.
Dip the coconut balls into the melted chocolate, covering evenly, and then place on the greaseproof paper.
Allow to set in the fridge for 30 minutes, then remove the sticks and either serve or place in the freezer.
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Ingredients
Directions
In a bowl, combine the coconut with the whey protein powder.
Pulse together in a food processor and add the coconut cream.
Once the mixture comes together, leave to one side and begin melting the dark chocolate in a bowl over a pan of boiling water.
Lay out the greaseproof paper on a plate.
Roll the coconut mixture into 10 balls and pike with a cocktail stick.
Dip the coconut balls into the melted chocolate, covering evenly, and then place on the greaseproof paper.
Allow to set in the fridge for 30 minutes, then remove the sticks and either serve or place in the freezer.
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