Description
Delightful protein balls bring protein-packed energy to snack time with minimal effort. Quick and easy nutrition meets irresistible flavor in these simple, no-bake treats you can enjoy anytime, anywhere.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Ingredients:
- ¼ cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter (or almond butter)
Base Ingredients:
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- ⅓ cup honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips or dried fruit
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, golden honey, and protein powder until a cohesive, slightly tacky mixture forms.
- Incorporate optional enhancers like dark chocolate chips or ground flaxseed, stirring until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a precise tablespoon measure, scoop uniform portions of the mixture and roll between palms to create compact, round spheres approximately one inch in diameter.
- Arrange the freshly formed protein orbs on a chilled baking sheet or ceramic plate, ensuring they are not touching.
- Transfer the assembled batch to the refrigerator and allow them to set and solidify for approximately 25 minutes, which will help maintain their structural integrity.
- Once firmed, relocate the protein spheres to a sealed glass or plastic container with a secure lid.
- Preserve in the refrigerator compartment for up to seven days, or extend longevity by transferring to the freezer, where they will maintain quality for a maximum of three months.
Notes
- Customize protein powder to match dietary needs like whey, plant-based, or vegan options for different nutritional preferences.
- Use damp hands when rolling balls to prevent sticky mixture from clinging and create smoother, more uniform shapes.
- Experiment with alternative binding agents like almond butter or maple syrup if honey isn’t available, maintaining similar consistency.
- Add extra texture and nutrition by incorporating crushed nuts, chia seeds, or dried fruit for enhanced flavor and nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg