Granola Bites (Protein Balls)

These are a great protein-packed treat that is easy to take along wherever you are heading!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup oats - you can toast in the oven or just leave raw
• 2 tbsp nuts - I like them chopped up a bit - pecans and almonds are my fave
• 1 tbsp peanut butter - natural; no added sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp flax seed - ground
• 1 1/2 tsp cacao powder - this is better for you than cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 tsp coconut oil - melted
• 2 1/4 dates - pitted, soak them in hot water for a few minutes and then drain

Instructions

1. Once the dates have soaked, put them in a food processor and pulse until they almost form the consistency of dough.
2. Put the date mixture in a bowl and add all the other ingredients.
3. Roll the mixture into golf ball sized balls and put them in an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator.

Nutrition (per serving)