Chocolate Protein Proto Balls

Ingredients
1 cup Almond meal (or ground almonds in blender/food processor)
8 scoops of chocolate or vanilla Proto Whey (Note that 2 scoops of proto whey = 1 serving)
4 tblsp Raw cocoa powder
1/2 cup Stevia (i used splenda here as i ran out of stevia, but stevia is the best option)
1/2 cup cocoa nibs (optional but adds extra crunch)
approximately 1 cup desiccated coconut (for rolling)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1tblsp natural almond butter
1/2 cup melted cocoa butter OR Coconut Oil

Method
Combine almond meal, Proto Whey, cocoa powder, cocoa nibs and stevia in a large mixing bowl.

In a separate bowl mix vanilla extract, almond butter and cocoa butter.

Add the wet ingredients in the with dry ingredients and mix until combines into a thick dough type mixture.

Note: you may need to add a little water to help mix if needed

Roll into small balls and then roll in the coconut.

Place on a tray with baking paper and place in the fridge or freezer.

I like mine in the freezer ;)


Remember this is a healthy alternative to a sugary dessert or snack that i add in to my cheat day to help satisfy those chocolate cravings!

Everything in moderation

Enjoy!

Choc Raspberry Protein Cheese Cake

Base:
1/2 cup flax meal or almond meal
2/3 cup oats (Get Gluten free Oats if you have an intolerance)
1/4 cup shredded coconut
1/4 cup cocoa nibs (optional)
1/4 cup Stevia (the amount is optional but i have a sweet tooth)
2 scoops vanilla Proto Whey protein powder (you can use choc if you like - 2 scoops of protowhey is equal to one serving)
pinch of sea salt
1/4 cup melted coconut oil
1 tsp natural peanut butter (optional)

Pulse all Dry ingredients in a food processor/blender until combined together
Place in a small bowl and mix through coconut oil and peanut butter

Line a dish with baking paper and press mixture flat on the bottom. Place in freezer for at least 10mins


Chocolate Filling:
2 cups raw cashews pre soaked in water over night
4 scoops Chocolate Pept1 Ultra burn (You can also use Chocolate/Vanilla Proto Whey - remember that pept-1 does contain 100mg of caffeine per serve) - Protowhey is certified Gluten Free
2/3 cup Raw unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup stevia
1 tsp natural peanut butter
1/3 cup melted cocoa butter
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup cottage cheese (optional)
1 tsp xanthan gum (optional)

Place all ingredients into a blender/food processor until combined - You may need to pour them into a bowl and stir to make sure it is all combined properly if your blender is anything like mine haha)
Spread mixture out evenly on top of the base
Place back in freezer while you make the raspberry layer


Raspberry Topping:
1 cup raspberries (I used frozen just defrost slightly first)
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tblsp coconut oil
2 tblsp stevia (optional)

Place all ingredients into a blender/food processor until combined
spread on top of the chocolate layer
if you wish you can draw a knife through the mixture to swirl the raspberry into the chocolate

Place in freezer for at least 30minutes

When ready to serve remove from freezer and dig in!
i like to pre chop mine up into squares once firmed then place back in freezer.

This Particular recipe is quite a bit higher in good fats with moderate protein and carbs. Its something i only add in on my cheat day as i usually cant resist temptation of going back for more!

Its a great alternative to a high sugary Cheese Cake!


Remember everything in moderation ;)

ENJOY!