Lemon Macadamia Balls

These are great for a bite size snack for you or your kids. They are low allergen, gluten free, egg free, sugar free, dairy free (see note) and super easy!

Prep: 20mins

Fridge or freezer: for a few hours

Serves:  12

Ingredients

• ¾ cup of macadamia nuts
• 1 cup of desiccated coconut
• Juice and zest from ½ fresh lemon (can add more zest for a stronger lemon flavour)
• ½ tsp. vanilla extract
• Pinch of Himalayan or sea salt
• 2 Tablespoons of protein powder
• 2 Tablespoons of coconut flour
• 3 Tablespoons of rice syrup
• 3 tablespoons of coconut oil

Extra coconut for coating balls

Directions:

1. Process macadamia nuts in food processor
2. Add the rest of the ingredients except the extra coconut for coating into the food processor until well combined and consistent. This mix should form a nice size ball.
3. Take a teaspoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball and coat in the extra coconut.
4. Place the balls in the fridge or freezer for a few hours.
5. Store in an airtight container in fridge or freezer.

Note:
You can use a dairy free protein powder – any sort pea protein, inca inchi, hemp or extra coconut flour.