Nut-Free Kids Protein Balls

Back to School means snacks need to be “nut-free”. These little protein balls are full of fibre, healthy fats and protein to keep little ones full for hours.

Ingredients

Makes 12 kid size portions

• 1 cup rolled oats

• 1 tbsp hemp hearts

• 6 dates, pitted

• 3 tbsp warm water

• 2 tbsp Sunbutter (sunflower seed butter)

• 1 tsp vanilla

• ½ tbsp cocoa power

• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup

• Optional: shredded coconut

Instructions

Take a baking pan and line it with parchment paperIn a bullet or blender take the pits out of dates and blend them with 3 tbsp warm water until pureedMix the date mixture with all other ingredients and roll into bite size balls. The mixture will feel a bit wet, option to roll it in shredded coconut.Place in the fridge to chill and then move them to a labeled Ziploc bag for the freezer as an easy addition to lunches!