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Breakfast, lunch, and dinner always seem to be the easiest meals to figure out. But for most people, especially those in the working world, finding healthy snacks is oftentimes a frustrating challenge. Whether it’s the deceptively unhealthy “100-calorie” packs, or offices providing fuel that tastes greats and leaves you feeling like crap a few hours later, it’s not easy to find what your body needs…and enjoys.\u00a0Enter protein almond snack balls.<\/p>\n

This no-bake recipe, created by Liv Langdon<\/a>, can be made\u00a0quickly at home, stores easily at work, tastes great, and fuels your body with the type of nutrition you want and need during the day.<\/p>\n

Born Fitness Recipes:\u00a0Protein Almond Snack Balls<\/h2>\n

Fitness goal:\u00a0<\/strong>Muscle gain, fat loss, maintenance, or because you’re hungry<\/p>\n

Allergies:<\/strong>\u00a0nuts (from\u00a0almonds), whey (if that’s your choice of protein powder)<\/p>\n

Paleo friendly:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/p>\n

How to make it vegetarian friendly:<\/strong>\u00a0No adjustments needed; just choose protein powder accordingly<\/p>\n

Prep time:<\/strong>\u00a010 minutes<\/p>\n

“Cook” time:<\/strong>\u00a010 minutes<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n
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  • 2 tbsp all-natural almond butter<\/li>\n
  • 1 scoop protein powder of choice (vanilla, chocolate or no flavor is best in this recipe)<\/li>\n
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes (keep 1 tbsp aside for dipping)<\/li>\n
  • Cinnamon<\/li>\n
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce<\/li>\n
  • 1 tbsp cacao powder\u00a0 (uns. cocoa powder is OK, but less micronutrient benefits; cacao is one of the most concentrated sources of magnesium)<\/li>\n
  • Crushed almonds<\/li>\n
  • 3 whole almonds<\/li>\n
  • Coconut oil, unrefined, cold-pressed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    How to Make Protein Almond Snack Balls<\/h2>\n
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    1. In a bowl, combine all ingredients except for the last two (using your hands is totally acceptable; just make sure you wash them first.)<\/li>\n
    2. In a small bowl or plate, pour remaining coconut flakes and cinnamon. Set aside for dipping.<\/li>\n
    3. Rub a little coconut oil in your palms to prevent the mixture from sticking to your hands when you roll into balls.<\/li>\n
    4. Take 1\/3 of the mix, and roll into \u00bd dollar sized balls. Then dip and roll into the coconut-cinnamon mixture.<\/li>\n
    5. Place one whole almond on each protein ball. Place in freezer for 10 minutes before serving. Then eat. Makes 4 balls.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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