Vegan Tofu Protein Balls
makes 4-5 protein balls
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp firm tofu squeezed of moisture, then mashed
- 2 Tbsp vanilla protein powder* packed
- 1-2 Tbsp coconut flour
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar of choice**
- 1 Tbsp ground flaxseeds
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients (except the ground flaxseeds) together in a bowl. Add more coconut flour if the dough is too soft, add a teaspoon or more of water or milk of choice if the dough is too thick*
- Roll the dough into tablespoon sized balls, and refrigerate 15 minutes to help set
- Roll the protein balls in a mixture of ground flaxseeds + additional sugar (optional)
Notes
*I used a plant-based protein powder. Whey protein powder also works, but the result was gummier.
** I like using light-colored sweeteners such as raw cane sugar in this recipe because it doesn't affect the color of the final product. Coconut, date, and maple sugars are less processed, more natural granulated sugars, but it results in a browner, darker donut so I don't recommend them here. I usually use honey powder, since it's light in color as well as less processed. For the low carb option reflected in the nutrition facts, you can use sugar-free substitutes such as monk fruit sweetener or stevia powder (but be sure to convert the amount of stevia according to package directions)
Nutrition
Calories: 42kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 18mgPotassium: 34mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 1mgZinc: 1mg***Net Carbs: 2g
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