Pineapple Coconut Protein Balls
by
Brenna Moss
Pineapple Coconut Protein BallsIngredients
1 cup toasted coconut divided
3/4 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts
1/2 cup dried pineapple
2 Tablespoons water
1 serving Aloha vanilla protein powder
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 Tablespoons honey (or agave)Directions
Combine 3/4 cup of coconut and macadamia nuts into medium bowl.
Combine the dried pineapple and water into a small microwave safe bowl and heat for 20 seconds. Remove allow to cool enough to handle. Add reconstituted pineapple to food processor and pulse till becomes a paste. Add the pineapple paste to the coconut and macadamia nuts along with the protein powder, vanilla and honey. Mix to combine. The consistency should be sticky and form a ball. Roll 1 inch balls of this mixture and then coat with the remaining 1/4 cup of coconut. Place in refrigerator to set for few minStore in air tight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. (makes approx. 12-15)