One of my favorite
protein products is the Unjury protein powder available at
Unjury.com -- If you like them - you'll love this recipe. In fact - Feel free to join the
Unjury Lovers Group I created here on The Journey.
Now without further adieu:
Unjury Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Two tasty flavors together!
This very easy recipe combines creamy peanut butter with delicious Chocolate UNJURY for another yummy way to get your protein in!
It is sure to satisfy!
With 10 grams of protein per serving, UNJURY Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls make a delicious snack on the go!
UNJURY Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
- Use Reduced Fat Creamy Jif Peanut Butter 1 , 1 recipe makes 11 balls
- Measure 3/4 cup Reduced Fat Peanut Butter and add to mixing bowl
- Add 3 scoops of Chocolate UNJURY, 1 scoop at a time, stirring well after each scoop until dough is formed
- Roll dough into 11 balls
- Freeze overnight 2
Optional additions:
Dried fruit (raisins, cranberries or cherries), spices (cinnamon or nutmeg), oatmeal, chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, almonds)
Nutrition Facts per ball (makes 11):
10 grams protein, 9 grams
carbohydrate, 6.5 grams fat, 3 grams sugar, 131 calories
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1 Other varieties of peanut butter may be used. Nutrition facts are based on using Reduced Fat Creamy Jif Peanut Butter. Be sure to check the label for variation in nutrition facts.
2 Store in freezer or refrigerator until ready to serve. The peanut butter will soften when left at room temperature.
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Carbohydrate
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A major source of energy in the diet. There are two kinds of carbohydrates -- simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates: - Simple carbohydrates are sugars
- Complex carbohydrates include both starches and fiber
Carbohydrates have 4 calories per gram. They are found naturally in foods such as breads, pasta, cereals, fruits, vegetables, and milk and dairy products. |
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Protein
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One of the three nutrients that provides calories to the body. Protein is an essential nutrient that helps build many parts of the body, including muscle, bone, skin, and blood. Protein provides 4 calories per gram and is found in foods like meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products, beans, nuts, and tofu.
Proteins are an essential human nutrient, obtained from both plant and animal foods. Though their greatest commercial use is in food products, they are also employed in adhesives, plastics, and fibres. |
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