Black Forest Protein Truffles

Another under 100kcal recipe!

Inspired by the chocolate cherry dessert, black forest gateau, these rich, gooey protein balls are a delicious healthier alternative to a chocolate bar or cake!

Serving - Makes10 balls

Macros per ball:

71kcal / 5g protein / 7.6g carbs / 2.3g fat / 1g fibre

Ingredients:

50g dried black cherries (I got mine from Asda)

30g oats (regular or gluten free)

40g chocolate OR vanilla protein powder (I actually use vanilla as I think it makes the mix sweeter)

20g unsweetened cocoa powder

30g "Choc Shot" syrup (found in hot chocolate section of supermarket)

25g almonds

Instructions:

1. Soak cherries in boiling water for 10-15 minutes (or until soft, plump & squidgy).

2. Place oats & almonds in blender/food processor & blend into "flour".

3. Add all remaining ingredients & 2tbsp of the cherry water.

4. Blend until mix sticks together, spoon out & roll into balls.

5. Place in fridge for 30mins to harden.

6. Eat! :-)

Tip: The mix may be very sticky when first blended. To avoid messy fingers pop it in the fridge for 15 minutes before rolling into balls.