CHOCOLATE CHUNK PROTEIN BITES

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Okay, raise your hand if you want to know what the hell you’re putting in your body when eating a protein/granola bar?!  I DO.  And quite frankly sick of seeing BS on the ingredients.  So I’ve taken it upon myself to create my OWN protein bites, and guess what?  They’re even better than those processed bars (not saying I don’t eat them, from time to time)  but it’s nice to know what we’re putting in our bodies?  Not to mention, this is MUCH more affordable than those costly bars… some are $3 a bar.  That shit adds up REAL quick.  And I like to save that for my kombacha drinks.. haha.  And you guys, you put everything in a bowl, mix it up, roll into balls and done.  The most simple, yet healthy protein treats you’ll ever have.  k here are the deets.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED

Makes 15-16 balls

DIRECTIONS

Step 1: Mix all ingredients into a medium size bowl besides almond milk.

Step 2: Add in 1/3 Cup Almond milk first.  If the mixture is to dry, add in a little more.  It should be slightly moist in order for it to form into balls, but not to wet.

Step 3: Form into about 1 inch sized balls.  The size depends on you, but I like mine enough to take 2 bites from.  

SO there you have it!  They’re the easiest to make.  Store them in the fridge until you’re ready to eat.  Oaks loves them too! It’s literally a win win for everyone.  I’m always l looking for easy, healthy and yummy treats to grab on the go.  

Let me know if you guys try them and love them!  Tag me in your post, or story!  

Have a great day!

xoxo

SARA LYNN

 

DARK CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT TRUFFLES

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Okay- I made this recipe up a couple weeks ago, but I didn’t want to share it until I perfected it!  I’ve made them probably 10 times, so I’ve got it down and know all the tricks.  If you’re a peppermint dark chocolate lover, you will DIE over these.  I can’t and won’t give up my dark chocolate, and it’s so unrealistic to say you can’t eat something.  I like to say “Im eliminating this for this”  so I’m eliminating other bad treats for my own homemade protein treats! 

Okay, so I love creating things like this and its not to often that I do.  I got my inspiration from the Chocolate Protein Truffles I made last year.  So I’m all about the treats in moderation!  So here we go. Scroll down for the recipe.  BTW these are Vegan, dairy free and gluten free.

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INGREDIENTS 

MAKES 9 TRUFFLES

DIRECTIONS

  1. Mix protein powder, brown sugar, almond milk, stevia and coconut flour in a medium size bowl until smoothed out.
  2. Take a small spoon full and mash together, then form into a ball,  and roll and smooth it into about 1 inch size ball.   To roll it into a ball, you’ll take both hands and move in circles to roll it and smooth out. Don’t press to hard while rolling.   Make sure it sticks together before placing it down.  
  3. Once done with add 3 tbsp chocolate chips and 1/2 tbsp coconut oil to a small bowl.  Heat up on your stove top on medium heat. Don’t leave it sitting there.   Make sure to watch it and stir the entire time, so you don’t burn it to the bottom of the pan.  OR heat up in the microwave for 2 mins, longer if needed. 
  4. Grab a ziplock bag, and open the candy cane and place the candy cane in the bag.  Then close it and smash the candy cane into tiny pieces with a muddler… or your foot, cup  haha whatever works, just mash it up!
  5. Once its nice and melted.  Roll each truffle into the chocolate mix and then place in a tupperware container to fit all.  
  6. Then sprinkle the peppermint flakes on top of each truffle and place in the fridge for 20 minutes before eating. 
  7. Store in the fridge and eat within 3-5 days

MACROS PER TRUFFLE/ CALS: 55 / PROTEIN: 3 / FAT: 3 / CARBS: 6

It’s the perfect little treat to help you feel satisfied and not reach to much for all the holiday treats!  I always tell myself!  Let me know how you guys like this post!  Hope you love them as much as me!

 

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS! ENJOY YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES AND LIVE IN THE MOMENT!

xoxo

SARA LYNN