Black Ops Chocolate Energy Balls
Tactical athletes operate in high-stress, physically demanding environments that require sustained energy, mental focus, and rapid recovery. With real, nutrient-dense ingredients, these energy balls provide efficient, functional nutrition to help tactical athletes perform at their peak.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Measuring Cups
- Meal Prep Container
Ingredients
- 10 Medjool dates (pitted)
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 100 grams dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Recon Prep: If dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain.
- Pulse & Process: In a food processor, combine almonds and cocoa powder. Pulse until finely ground.
- Mission Blend: Add dates, vanilla extract, and salt. Process until mixture becomes sticky and clumps together. (If it's too dry and falls apart when pressed, add 1 teaspoon of water and blend again. If it seems too wet and loose, add more crushed nuts, seeds, or oats, and blend once more.)
- Final Assembly: Add chocolate chips to the food processor, and give it a few quick pulses just to mix it in (making sure not to over-blend - you don't want to crush the chocolate chips)
- Roll & Deploy: Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls (about 12 total).
Notes
Storage & Tactical Deployment
- Rations Check: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Rapid Deployment: These energy balls are grab-and-go ready for any operation, from workouts to all-day missions.
Command & Signal
- Mission Success Indicators: Dense, chewy energy bites with balanced sweetness and deep chocolate flavor.
- AAR (After-Action Report): Adjust salt, cocoa intensity, or texture based on recon data (taste testing).
- Final Transmission: Keep these stocked for rapid refueling—Black Ops Energy is now mission-ready.
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