Protein-Rich Nutri-Balls Using Cacao Love
These protein-rich Nutri-Balls are built around a simple, adaptable base formula using Cacao Love, Nutriyum’s high-protein plant-based blend. They’re easy to make, require minimal equipment, and can be customised endlessly depending on what you have on hand.
Perfect as an anytime energy snack, lunchbox addition, or a healthier option to serve when entertaining guests, this recipe shows just how versatile Cacao Love can be beyond smoothies and breakfast bowls.
Because they can be prepared ahead of time and finished with a simple cacao or coconut coating, or even dipped in dark chocolate for a more indulgent touch, these Nutri-Balls work beautifully as a no-fuss snack to have on hand when friends drop by. They offer a more nourishing alternative to traditional sweet treats, without compromising on flavour or enjoyment.
Why These Nutri-balls Work
The base of this recipe combines Cacao Love with nut butter and a small amount of water to create a thick, workable batter. Cacao Love brings together grains, seeds and plant-based protein in one blend, while nut butter adds richness and helps everything bind naturally.
Once you understand the base formula, you can easily customise these Nutri-Balls with additional seeds, crushed nuts or other extras to suit your taste and texture preferences.
Ingredients
Ingredients (Base Formula)
- 1 cup Cacao Love high-protein plant-based blend
- 1 large tablespoon nut butter of choice
- ± 1 tablespoon water
Optional add-ins:
Seeds, crushed nuts, coconut, spices or anything you enjoy.
For coating:
Raw cacao powder or desiccated coconut
(Optional: melted dark chocolate for dipping)
Method
- Measure out 1 cup of Cacao Love and place it into a food processor, hand blender or manual food chopper fitted with an “S”-shaped blade.
- Add 1 large tablespoon of your nut butter of choice.
- Add approximately 1 tablespoon of water. Avoid adding too much, you can always add more if needed.
- Blend until everything is well combined and forms a thick, cohesive batter.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
- Break off enough batter to roll a small ball, roughly 2.5–3 cm in radius, fitting comfortably into the palm of your hand.
- Roll the mixture between your palms until it forms a compact, round ball.
- Roll the ball in raw cacao powder or desiccated coconut until evenly coated.
- Repeat until all the mixture is used.
You should end up with around 20 protein-rich Nutri-Balls.
Tips & Variations
- For a more decadent treat, dip each Nutri-Ball into melted dark chocolate and allow to set.
- Add seeds, crushed nuts or extra spices directly into the base mixture before blending.
- Adjust the amount of water slightly to achieve your preferred texture.
Once you know the base formula, feel free to get creative and make these Nutri-Balls your own.
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Everyday Versatility with Cacao Love
These Nutri-Balls are a great example of how versatile Cacao Love can be. From breafast in a bowl, smoothies to baking and simple snacks like this, Cacao Love makes plant-based nutrition convenient, functional, and easy to add vitality to your everyday life.