Monster Cookie Protein Balls (Low Calorie)
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Monster Cookie Protein Balls (Low Calorie)
Description
This recipe combines wholesome ingredients such as oats, protein powder, peanut butter, and honey with the moisture of applesauce to achieve a dough-like consistency that is easy to shape. Vanilla extract adds aroma while mini M&M’s and optional chocolate chips or nuts provide bursts of sweetness and texture variation within the balls. The mixture is processed in a food processor and lightly moistened with water if needed to ensure rollability.
After forming into tablespoon-sized balls, chilling them solidifies their shape and enhances chewiness. These protein balls are portable and can be stored in airtight containers for about a week in the refrigerator or longer in the freezer. The recipe notes suggest substituting canned pumpkin or adding extra peanut butter or honey instead of applesauce, and adjusting liquid quantities depending on the protein powder used to maintain proper texture.
This makes Monster Cookie Protein Balls a versatile snack option that balances protein with sweet and nutty flavors in a compact form.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/3 cup protein powder can omit or replace with peanut butter powder, vanilla
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup applesauce see notes for substitutions, unsweetened
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup M&M's mini
- mini chocolate chips optional mix-ins, chopped nuts
- nuts
- Flax Seed
- shredded coconut
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients (except the mini M&M’S) to a food processor and mix until all ingredients are combined. Add a few splashes of water if needed if the mixture is too dry to roll into balls.
- Fold in the mini M&M’s (save some to stick to the outside if desired).
- Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to scoop out (about a heaping tablespoon in size) and roll into balls with your hands. Rolling tip so it doesn't stick to your hands: I like to wear disposable gloves for easy clean up! Or you can dampen your palms with a little water or nonstick spray to help prevent the sticking.
- Chill balls for 30 minutes before enjoying. Keep balls stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1 week or in the freezer for 3 months.
Notes
- Applesauce can be replaced with canned pumpkin, extra peanut butter, or honey, or omitted with added milk or water to reach a dough consistency.
- Protein powders differ in liquid absorption; add water or milk gradually to adjust texture without oversoftening.
- Chill the formed balls for at least 30 minutes before serving to firm their shape.
- Store protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1ball | |
| Calories | 90kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 12.3g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.6g | 7% |
| Fat | 2.9g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5.6g | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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