Almond Butter Balls

For a yummy, bone-healthy treat, try one of these three easy recipes for Almond Butter Balls!  Great for breakfast,  school lunches, snacks, or  dessert!

1) Basic Recipe

In a large bowl, mix together:

1 jar of almond butter
1/2 cup of chocolate protein powder

Roll by teaspoonfuls into balls.  Place on serving dish.  Refrigerate.  Serve chilled.

2) Raisin Almond Balls

In a large bowl, mix together:

1 jar of almond butter
1 cup of raisins
1/2 cup of chocolate or vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup of sesame seeds
1/2 cup of organic unsweetened shredded coconut
(Optional:  Add 1/4 cup of honey, if desired.)

Roll by teaspoonfuls into balls.  Then roll the balls in coconut, and place on serving dish.  Refrigerate.  Serve chilled.

3) Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Balls

In a large bowl, mix together:

1 jar of almond butter
1/2 cup of chocolate or vanilla protein powder
1 cup of organic dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup of sesame seeds
1/2 cup of organic unsweetened shredded coconut
(Optional:  Add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans for an extra-nutty flavor!)

Roll by teaspoonfuls into balls.  Then roll the balls in coconut, and place on serving dish.  Refrigerate.  Serve chilled.

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5 Comments on Snack Recipes – Almond Butter Balls

  1. Teresa says:

    I think I definitely need to try the chocolate version! 🙂

    • Kathy says:

      Yup, the dessert recipe with the organic dark chocolate chips were scarfed down first in our house, but I like all three recipes. The basic recipe only takes about two minutes to whip up, which is great for all of us supermoms who want super-healthy kids. 🙂

  2. Ryan says:

    Looks great! I’m going to have to come by and try some 🙂

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