Hot Cross Bun Protein Balls

Perfect for: Snack

Preparation Time: less than 30 minutes

Ingredients

For the bun:

• 3 scoops of white wolf nutrition vanilla vegan protein
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon and nutmeg
• 2 teaspoons coconut sugar
• 1 tablespoon desiccated coconut
• 1 cup almond meal
• 1 teaspoon of natural vanilla bean
• 1 cup dried mixed fruits (dates, raisins, cranberries)
• 1/3 cup water

For the glaze:

• 1 tablespoon pure or no added sugar maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon cacao butter – melted

For the cross:

Note: You will need a piping bag

• 3 tablespoons coconut cream – thick component
• 1 teaspooon vanilla essence
• 1 tablespoon cacao butter – melted
• 1 tablespoon vanilla vegan protein

Directions

1. Place all bun ingredients into a food processor and blend until just combined.
2. Using damp hands shape into thick ‘disk’ bun shapes and place onto a lined try.
3. Make glaze by combining the maple syrup and butter and brush over the buns.
4. Make cross by combining all ingredients in a bowl. Place into piping bag and carefully pipe crosses onto the buns.
5. Store in the fridge or enjoy immediately.

Recipe by Emma Dickeson