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November 28, 2013 · 9 Comments

No Bake Superfood Almond Butter Balls

Snacks

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Happy Black Friday everyone!! How about a recipe to start Post-Thanksgiving out right?

This recipe is loaded with protein. Protein from the nuts, hemp seeds and added protein powder. Look at is as a homemade protein bar. This is the perfect choice for after a workout or when you need an extra boost of protein in your day. I can’t tell my husband where I store them or he eats too many!

Before I get into the recipe I want to tell you a few things about whey protein powders. Not all protein powders are created equal. There are some terrible protein powders out there that use chemical processes with harsh chemicals that are probably worse off for you than a drive-through sandwich. And because of the chemical processes they are nutritionally deficient and damages the protein. But on the flip side, there are some amazing and healing whey protein powders on the market. You want one where the whey comes from organic and grass fed cows, It doesn’t contain artificial ingredients or artificial sweeteners, and is cold processed.

According to Dr. Mercola there are a few essentials in choosing a good whey protein powder:

  1. Whey from Organic and grass-fed cows (not grain-fed and pesticide given cows)
  2. GMO-free whey
  3. Cold processes, not heat processed
  4. Acid-free processing
  5. Whey protein concentrates, not isolates
  6. Sweetened naturally, not with artificial sweeteners and flavorings
  7. Free from toxic heavy metals (yes, these are still in some highly manufactured protein powders)

My Favorite Whey Protein Powder

My Favorite Dairy Free Beef Protein Powder

And my little nugget I want to pass on to you is that a good protein powder WILL cost more than the unhealthy alternatives. It is worth your investment! If you are completely dairy free and don’t do whey, I want to give you some alternatives. I like hemp protein and pea protein. If you don’t do any protein powders, you can substitute the protein powder in this recipe for almond flour or chopped nuts or seeds.

I often say about my recipes that you can have more than one. Have a muffin or two. Have more than one peanut butter cup. But when I talk about these treats, I would only eat one, maybe two after a hard workout. They have so much protein you don’t need any more than that. Don’t look at this recipe as a dessert but as a protein bar (or ball) that you make.

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Ingredients

1 cup unsalted almond butter (or other nut butter)

1 teaspoon almond extract

1 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

3/4 cup whey protein powder (or hemp/ pea protein for a whey-free alternative)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

2 Tablespoons hemp seeds

2 Tablespoons chia seeds

1-2 teaspoons stevia (to your taste level)

Directions

  • In a bowl add the almond butter and the almond extract and using a spatula or a wooden spoon, stir to combine.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients: shredded coconut, protein powder, almonds, hemp seeds, chia seeds and stevia. Completely mix to combine. It may be hard to do because it can get pretty dry and that exactly what you want
  • Using a cookie scoop or small spoon form into balls and set on a cookie sheet
  • Put the cookie sheet into the fridge or freezer until they set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer. I prefer to store mine in the freezer
No Bake Superfood Almond Butter Balls
 
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Protein packed superfood snack
Author: Meghan Birt
Recipe type: Snack
Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted almond butter (or other nut butter)
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • ¾ cup whey protein powder (or hemp/ pea protein for a whey-free alternative)
  • ½ cup slivered almonds
  • 2 Tablespoons hemp seeds
  • 2 Tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1-2 teaspoons stevia (to your taste level)
Instructions
  1. In a bowl add the almond butter and the almond extract and using a spatula or a wooden spoon, stir to combine.
  2. Add the rest of the ingredients: shredded coconut, protein powder, almonds, hemp seeds, chia seeds and stevia. Completely mix to combine. It may be hard to do because it can get pretty dry and that exactly what you want
  3. Using a cookie scoop or small spoon form into balls and set on a cookie sheet
  4. Put the cookie sheet into the fridge or freezer until they set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer. I prefer to store mine in the freezer
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 Sources

http://proteinpowder.mercola.com/Miracle-Whey-Protein.html

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Comments

  1. Pamm Postiglione says

    November 29, 2013 at 2:43 pm

    These look fabulous! Can you recommend a brand or two of protein powder? I watched the source link above and looked at the brand I was using (Shakeology) and it uses ‘whey protein as isolate’ which is to be avoided, so I need some suggestions. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dr. Meghan Birt says

      December 1, 2013 at 8:25 am

      Dr. Mercola has a great protein! Also, I would say just google “grass-fed protein” and you can find many different brands with flavors you love. Let me know when you find a good one!

      Reply
  2. Pamm Postiglione says

    November 29, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    Also, I have intestinal issues with unblanched almonds so I have been looking for an almond butter that is blanched. Do you know of any brands that fit this requirement?

    I have toyed with the idea of blanching raw almonds myself and making my own DIY almond butter, but I have never managed to make the time to do this. It certainly looks easy, but I don’t own a food processor. Would a Vitamix work for this?

    Thanks,
    Pamm

    Reply
    • Dr. Meghan Birt says

      December 1, 2013 at 8:23 am

      Hi Pamm-
      I have never seen blanched almond butter. I would say your best option is to make your own! (Plus, it would be a TON cheaper anyways!)

      Reply
  3. Sarah says

    December 3, 2013 at 10:21 am

    Dr Meg – I am wondering if you have an alternative to the shredded coconut? I assume it is to help with “keeping the ingredients together.” I dont like coconut….any suggestions?

    Reply
    • Dr. Meghan Birt says

      December 3, 2013 at 9:23 pm

      You could do finely chopped nuts or sunflower or pumpkin seeds!! This recipe is pretty forgiving!

      Reply
  4. Joshua says

    January 9, 2014 at 11:23 am

    Which of the superfoods do you recommend for daily use?

    Reply

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Hi, I’m Dr. Meghan. I love Jesus. I'm a wife to Phil, mom to Ottava and Evelyn, chiropractor, and healthy living encourager. Oh, and I adore a cup of weak coffee with (lots of) heavy cream. I’m passionate about inspiring women to fall in love with natural health. I break down the complex world of healthy living into simple steps you can take wherever you're at with your wellness journey.

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