Avocado Cocoa Bites
These Avocado Cocoa Bites deliver rich, chocolatey indulgence with a nourishing twist. Mashed avocado blends seamlessly with unsweetened cocoa, rolled oats, a touch of maple syrup, and protein powder to create fudgy, nutrient-dense bites perfect for snacking or post-workout recovery. Finished with crushed nuts or seeds for texture, they’re high in healthy fats and fibre—and designed for anyone craving smart treats that energise without compromise.
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized avocado peeled, stoned
- 2 tbsps cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- 100 g chocolate or vanilla flavour whey or plant-based protein powder
- 2 tsps chia seeds
- a pinch of salt
- 35 g dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa) melted, for coating
Instructions
- Mash the avocado in a bowl. Add the remaining ingredients, except for the dark chocolate, and stir well.
- Add a drop of cold water and mix well to form a thick paste.
- Transfer to a tray lined with baking paper. Spread out evenly with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours (or freeze for around 1 hour) until firm. Cut into 9 pieces. Serve.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and freeze on same day. Thaw for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 109kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 19mgPotassium: 163mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 63IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg
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