Description
Protein Balls are quick, no-bake snacks packed with protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness. Perfect for energy boosts, workouts, or on-the-go nourishment, they’re easy to customize and made with wholesome ingredients for guilt-free snacking.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder (plant-based or whey)
- 2 tablespoons chia or flax seeds
- A pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup nut butter (or sunflower seed butter for nut-free version)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped apricots
- Spices (such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin pie spice) to taste
- 1 tablespoon spirulina powder or matcha (for green boost)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, chia or flax seeds, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to evenly distribute all the dry components.
- Add wet ingredients: Add the nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients start to form a sticky dough.
- Add extras and mix: Fold in chocolate chips or your choice of dried fruit and spices. Make sure everything is evenly incorporated for balanced flavor in every bite.
- Shape the protein balls: Use your hands or a small scoop to roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined tray as you go.
- Chill and set: Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This step makes them easier to handle and enhances texture before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature nut butter for smoother mixing.
- If dough is too dry, add a splash of milk or extra sweetener to reach the right consistency.
- Store in airtight containers to keep fresh and chewy longer.
- Freeze extras in a single layer, then transfer to freezer bags for easy snacks.
- Roll balls in shredded coconut, cocoa powder, or crushed nuts for added texture and presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Universal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg