8 Servings
1 Cup Coconut Meat
3/4 Cup, whole or halves Macadamia Nuts
2 Cup Dried Pineapple
2 Tbsp Water
1 Scoop (30g) Whey Protein Powder
2 Tsp Vanilla Extract
2 Tbsp Honey
Combine ¾ of the coconut and coarsely chopped macadamia nuts into a medium bowl.
Combine the dried pineapple and water into a small microwave safe bowl and heat for 20 seconds.
Remove and allow to cool enough to handle.
Add the reconstituted pineapple to a food processor and pulse into a paste.
Add the pineapple paste to the coconut and macadamia nuts along with the protein powder, vanilla, and honey.
Mix to combine.
The consistency should be sticky and form a ball.
Roll 1 inch balls of this mixture and then coat with the remaining ¼ cup of coconut.
Place in the refrigerator to set for a few minutes.
Store in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Makes approximately 12-15 balls.