If I had to pick a favorite candy bar, it would definately be an Almond Joy. I am a loyal coconut, chocolate and almond lover to the end, to me there is no better candy bar combination! Unless were talking cups, then Reese’s take first place. Because chocolate + peanut butter obviously.
Sugar and I broke up years ago so I am always looking for a way to recreate my favorite treats! Powerballs have become just that! If I crave it, you better believe I’ll find a way to make it healthy!
Almond Joy Powerballs by Clean Eats & Treats
I recently started using XR Systems protein and I am LOVING it! The flavors are phenom and it adds the tastiest addition to all my powerball recipes! Not to mention the ingredients list is beyond impressive and squeaky clean! I highly recommend it if you’re looking for options! You can order here. I also love their fruit and veggie powder for my smoothies!!
Almond Joy Powerballs by Clean Eats & Treats
These LITTLE NUGGETS are the real deal! So close to an Almond Joy you’ll fall in love at first bite! I love the flavor of the almond butter but feel free to use any other nut butter as needed. Whatever you do DO NOT skip toasting the coconut, it adds a whole new level of YUM! Enjoy!
Almond Joy Powerballs
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups old fashion oats slightly broken down in the blender
- 1 cup almond butter I use Justins
- 1/2 cup toasted don't skip that unsweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- 1/4 cup enjoy life chocolate chips
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder try XR systems
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp chopped almonds
- 1-2 tbsp coconut milk start with one, depending on the consistency you may not need to add the other
- 1 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
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Combine all dry ingredients in kitchen-aid mixer bowl.
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Mix on low until ingredients are well blended.
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Add wet ingredients to blended dry ingredients.
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Mix on medium speed until a "dough" forms.
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Scrape sides of bowl with a spatula and mix again if needed.
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Remove bowl from Kitchen-aid stand.
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Using a 2-inch cookie scoop form dough into balls.
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Set balls on a parchment lined cookie sheet or storage container and refrigerate for at least one hour or until ready to eat.
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Keep refrigerated up to one week, if they last that long! Enjoy!
I can’t have coconut because of food sensitivities, is there an alternative I can use? Thank you!
Yes! You could skip it completely and add more nuts or seeds in its place!
How much is “one scoops of Chico protein? My scooper at home is pretty big, just wondering what the “one scoop” would be equivalent to:) (one cup?)
Hi Savio,
One scoop would be equivalent to 1/8 cup. Enjoy!
On the coconut milk is it the canned stuff or the stuff that’s like almond milk in the refrigerated section?
You could use either!
What almond extract do you use? I used some generic one I had in the pantry (probably since last Christmas 😆) and it was a little overpowering… still delicious, though! TIA
Hi Kari, I love Simply Organic!
Just wanted to leave a note as I make this recipe for the twentieth time… your ratios are my fav of all energy balls I’ve made. Thanks for a great recipe!
Thank you Sarah! I’m glad you love them!!
Any suggestions if you don’t like coconut?
You could leave it out and replace with more hemp and chia? It is hard to detect the coconut flavor but adds just the right texture. You may be surprised that you like it!
Yum! These are just the best! Question for counting macros: any idea how many calories in one powerball?
Hi! I haven’t done the macros on these yet, but I would guess around 130!
Can you freeze these?
Yes!!
What are your instructions for toasting the coconut? Temp and time? Thanks!
I like to do a quick broil under the broiler! I leave the oven door cracked and watch it closely! WORKS GREAT!
These are like candy to me. The BEST protein balls around. And I’ve tried several. Do you have the nutritional value on these by chance?
I am so happy to hear! Thank you for the kind review! I don’t, but I have had several readers use My Fitness Pal to calculate nutrition facts! Enjoy!
Can you tell me the nutrition value on these please?
I don’t have the nutritional value, sorry. But you could easily add all ingredients to My Fitness Pal for a macro count!
Can I skip out on the protein powder? Will it still taste the same?
Yes, that would be fine!
Just wondering as it is asked on almost every one of your posts why don’t you include the nutritional values especially on protein items.
I’d love to update all recipes with nutrition info in time! Until then, you can auto populate the recipe to My Fitness Pal and they will do it for you! Thanks!