Ricotta and Cherry Protein Balls

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50Serves

EasyDifficulty

20 MINSPreparation

0 MINSCooking

Full of goodness, from oatbran, nuts, ricotta and chia, these balls are the ideal treat when pick me up is required!

Ingredients

1/4 cup oatbran
2/3 cup hazelnut meal
250g wedge firm ricotta
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup chopped dried cherries or cranberries
1/4 cup chopped dried pears
1/4 cup skim milk powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1/3 cup chia seeds (we used a combination of black and white)

Method

  1. Mix oatbran, hazelnut meal, ricotta, honey, dried fruit, skim milk powder and cinnamon in a large bowl until well combined.
  2. Using clean hands, roll heaped teaspoonfuls of ricotta mixture into balls and coat in the chia seeds.
Handy Tips

Serve balls with a glass of milk or yoghurt for a protein boost.
Balls will keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.
For easy coating, put chia seeds in a resealable container, add balls, reseal and shake until coated.

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