Chocolate Coconut Fat Balls

Here's a little treat for ya!!  We posted about these in our Instagram stories earlier last week but here's the recipe again. They were SOOO good and honestly tasted just like a Girl Scout Samoa...seriously...I couldn't believe it. Don't be fooled, these are NOT protein bites and to be honest, most of the ones you find on Pinterest aren't either because the fat is higher than the protein....so we'll just call these like they are: Chocolate Coconut Fat Balls.

 These will make a great little treat to help you curb your sweet tooth!  You don't have to be worried about crappy ingredients which is nice.  But... there's always a but, right?  I would advise that you are aware of the calories and limit yourself to 1, max 2 per day!  Well that's unless you are working your tail off to gain weight, then go ahead and eat all 1,600 calories, maybe!   

MACROS- This batch made 8 balls.
200 cal/ball
14 g of fat
13 g of carbs
6 g of protein
3 g of fiber

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp melted coconut oil
• 2 scoops chocolate shakeology
• 1 1/4 cup shredded coconut, 1/4 cup set aside for toasting
• 1/2 tsp of vanilla
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• Pinch of salt

Directions

1. Melt the coconut oil in a saucepan or microwave.  
2. Add the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly, making sure there aren't any dry spots.  If overly dry you may need to add a little almond milk a splash at a time.  
3. Roll out into 8 evenly portioned balls, roughly a little more than an inch in diameter.
4. In a small saucepan, add a 1/4 cup of the coconut and toast over medium heat.  Stir frequently in order not to burn.  Should take around 8 minutes or so.  The coconut will start turning tan and you will smell it.  Once done remove the coconut to small plate or bowl.  
5. Roll the balls in the toasted coconut, you may need to press it into the balls a bit.
6. Attempt to put them in the fridge for 30 minutes before eating... but I'll understand if you decide to eat at least one before they go in there.  
7. Store in the fridge!  Enjoy!