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

 

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.