March Madness Snack Plate with Chocolate Maca Protein Bites
Game day just got a little sweeter (and stronger). This March Madness Snack Plate features rich Chocolate Maca Protein Bites made with Epic Protein Chocolate Maca, blended with medjool dates, almond butter, cocoa and maple syrup for a naturally sweet, chocolatey bite packed with plant protein. Rolled and arranged to mimic the lines of a basketball, the protein bites create the centerpiece of a snack board filled with crunchy sweet potato chips, juicy tangerine slices, cheese crackers, and a few nostalgic treats for balance. It’s the perfect mix of better-for-you fuel and classic game day snacking—easy to assemble, fun to share, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser from tip-off to the final buzzer.
INGREDIENTS
- 4 cups medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup Epic Protein Chocolate Maca
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- Other Snacks: Cheese Balls, Sweet Potato Chips, Tangerine Slices, Cheese Crackers, Peach Rings, etc.
DIRECTIONS
- Add all of the Chocolate Protein Bites ingredients to a food processor and blend until a dough-like consistency forms. If the dough is too dry, add a splash of water or extra almond butter.
- Roll the dough into small balls and arrange them on a large plate in the shape of the lines on a basketball.
- In the open sections, add the other snacks to add pops of orange color.
- Enjoy!
- Store the Chocolate Protein Bites in an air-tight container in the fridge.
