Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Energy Balls

1 cup	rolled oats
1 1/2 scoops	Kaizen Naturals® Whey Protein Decadent Chocolate (can substitute with Kaizen Naturals® Whey Isolate or Kaizen Naturals® Vegan Protein)
1/3 cup	creamy almond butter
2 tbsp	ground flax
1/2 cup	non-dairy milk (i.e. almond or cashew)
2	medjool dates, pitted
1 tsp	cinnamon
pinch	salt
1/2 cup	dark chocolate chips

Recipe

Makes 20-24 protein balls

Mix all ingredients, except dark chocolate chips, in a food processor, scraping down the sides as needed, until a doughy texture is achieved.
Transfer dough to a large mixing bowl, then stir in ½ cup dark chocolate chips.
Use approximately 1 heaping tbsp. of dough to roll into a ball shape with your hands.
Once all the energy balls are rolled, place them in an airtight container in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to set.
Store in the fridge for several days, or freezer for several weeks (thaw before eating).

Recipe Courtesy of Zakiya Lalani