vanilla latte protein balls - TK

Ingredients

• 6 medjool dates, pitted
• 1/3 cup almond butter or other nut butter
• 1/4 cup raw cashews
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed meal, such as Bob's Red Mill brand
• 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder plus extra if you want to roll the balls in the protein powder (I used a vegan protein powder)
• 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
• 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (use a bit more if you want more of a kick)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla (I use vanilla paste)
• 1/8 teaspoon sea salt