Almond & Date Protein Truffles

Ingredients

Quantities shown for 12 servings.

• Almonds70 g
• Fresh dates130 g, pitted
• Vanilla protein powder2 tbsp
• Almond butter1 tbsp
• Cocoa powder1 tbsp
• Vanilla extract1 tsp
• Water 1–2 tbsp, as needed

Ingredient swaps

• Almonds → a comparable pantry staple
• Fresh dates → a comparable pantry staple
• Vanilla protein powder → a comparable pantry staple

Method

1. 1Blitz the almonds and dates to a crumb, then add the protein powder, almond butter, cocoa and vanilla and process to a sticky dough.
2. 2Roll into 12 truffles.
3. 3Chill for 30 minutes. Store refrigerated.