Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend and got a chance to celebrate Father's Day with their Dad/Grandpa/father figure. We always keep celebrations low key, but it's always nice to spend some time with my dad, plus we couldn't have asked for a better weekend! The weather was absolutely perfect- upper 80's to low 90's (F), with a nice breeze, and lots of sunshine!
I spent most of the weekend outside doing yard work and let me tell you it certainly works up an appetite! Normally I'm not very hungry when it's so hot outside, but after shoveling sand for hours I was sore and hungry (it was also arm day before then so that didn't help haha). Luckily, I had whipped up a new batch of energy balls on Friday and I was definitely happy to have them around!
I used Bob's Red Mill new protein powder in the recipe and I must say I am LOVING the vanilla chia flavor. It's so versatile that I've been using it in everything from smoothie bowls to energy balls and it works every time! I've been buying Bob's Red Mill products for as long as I can remember because they're high quality and have so many allergy friendly products. If you've never tried Bob's Red Mill NOW is the time to try them, plus by clicking this link you can get $1.00 off coupon that's good on any Bob's product. Their website also has a store locater where you can select what product you're looking for and it will tell you what stores in your area carry it (so helpful). You're definitely going to want to find their new protein powder so you can make these energy balls! There are only 4 ingredients and are ready in under 5 minutes, so what are you waiting for?!
Vanilla Chia Energy Balls
- 6 dates (pitted)
- 2 Tablespoons Bob's Red Mill Vanilla Chia protein powder
- 1/4 cup crunchy peanut butter (I prefer Peanut Butter & Co crunch time)
- 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds
In a food processor place all ingredients in processor.
Process on low-medium until all ingredients are ground and combined. It should still be loose and crumbly.
Using your hands form balls by scooping 1/2-1 Tablespoon of dough and rolling. I was able to get about 10 energy balls.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Great use of the protein powder! Looks like a great high protein snack
ReplyDeleteThe energy balls are so good! I was skeptical about the combo but it turned out really tasty and even my family likes them!
DeleteOh yum! I am loving the Vanilla flavor as well!
ReplyDeleteThe vanilla flavor is definitely my favorite so far! Although the chocolate is a close second :)
DeleteYum! Anything made with Peanut Butter & Co is a winner in my book. Thank you for linking up with us for Meatless Monday!
ReplyDeleteI love baking with PB & Co, I've found it to be the best at holding the dough together and I love that it's not super oily.
DeleteYou know how to do the energy balls Rachael. :) PB&CO does make really good baked goods. It's the perfect consistency, and it doesn't have tons of extra ingredients. That Bob's Red Mill powder has been some of my favorite.
ReplyDeleteI've been loving the Bob's Red Mill protein powder! It's so good in baking and smoothies, plus it tastes so good! I totally agree that PB&co is awesome in baked goods- it's not super oily and that makes a huge difference!
DeleteThose sound yummy! I love Bob Red Mill products but I've not had the pleasure to try their protein powder yet. They are a company I trust for bringing me products that fit my clean and healthy lifestyle and they have a huge selection of gluten free items which makes me extra happy :-)
ReplyDeleteI love Bob's Red Mill products too! You should definitely try their protein powder- it doesn't taste chalky like so many other plant based proteins and it's super thick so it's great in smoothies! They do have a huge selection of GF items and it does make my life easier too! Have a wonderful day!!
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