Chocolate Peppermint Energy Balls

About This Recipe

No-bake chocolate peppermint energy balls with dates, coconut, cocoa powder, collagen, and peppermint extract. Each one has 4 grams of protein and tastes like a decadent treat. They are ready in 15 minutes for a quick and healthy snack or dessert. Gluten-free and dairy-free.

Ingredients

• 1 cup pitted medjool dates ((140 grams))
• 4 scoops unflavored collagen ((40 grams))
• 2 tablespoons dark cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons coconut butter
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• pinch of sea salt
• 1 tablespoon water ((use more or less as needed))
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

1. Break down your dates. Place the dates in a food processor and pulse a few times until broken down into pieces.
2. Make energy balls. Add collagen, cacao, coconut butter, peppermint extract, and sea salt and blend until combined. If the batter is not coming together, add a tablespoon of water and blend until a smooth and sticky ball of "dough" forms.
3. Form into balls. Using a tablespoon as a scoop, form 12 equal-size balls.
4. Roll in shredded coconut. Add shredded coconut to a small bowl and roll each energy ball in it, coating the outside.
5. Let chill. Place in the fridge for 5-10 minutes to harden if desired.
6. Enjoy!