Get your caffeine kick with a protein boost with these Espresso Tahini Protein Energy Balls. A quick, easy and delicious no bake recipe that’s great for a pre-workout snack or even dessert!
Ingredients
4tspInstant Coffee
2TbspAlmond Milk, or other
⅔cupTahini, Runny, about 150g
¾cup + 2 TbspRolled or Instant Oats, 80g
¼cupVanilla Protein Powder, 22g, about ⅔ scoop, or more Oats
2TbspFlaxseed Meal, about 13g
1½TbspMaple Syrup, Stevia Sweetened preferred, or Honey
1TbspSesame Seeds, optional
Instructions
Place oats in a small food processor and process until it gets a rough flour-like consistency.
In small bowl, stir together instant coffee and milk until coffee has dissolved; Set aside.
In a large bowl, add all ingredients: coffee-mix, tahini, oats, protein powder, flaxseed meal, and sesame seeds. Stir to combine well. If mixture is too dry, add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time.
Scoop out a tablespoon of mixture at a time and roll into balls using the palm of your hands.
Store in the fridge or freeze in a sealed container until ready to eat!
Notes
Storage:
Fridge: 2 weeks in an airtight container.
Freezer: 3 months in a freezer-safe resealable zipper bag.