Protein Balls (3 Flavors!)
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Protein Balls (3 Flavors!)
Description
The recipe involves combining rolled oats, nut butters (peanut or almond), unflavored protein powder, and natural sweeteners such as honey or maple syrup, along with flavor elements like cinnamon, raisins, or cacao powder depending on the flavor variant. Ingredients are stirred until a thick dough forms, then portioned and rolled into balls. Chilling solidifies the texture and reduces stickiness.
These protein balls offer portability and flexible flavor choices suitable for snacks or pre/post-workout fuel. The oats provide chew and structure, while nut butter adds richness. Natural sweeteners bind and add sweetness without refined sugar. Optional ingredients like raisins or cacao powder diversify taste and nutritional profiles.
Made ahead and stored refrigerated, they stay fresh for up to two weeks, convenient for batch prep. Using unflavored protein powder maintains versatility, while sweetened versions may need recipe adjustments to keep balanced texture.
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Protein Balls
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup rolled oats old-fashioned
- 3 tablespoons protein powder unflavored
- 3 tablespoons honey
- ⅛ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
Cinnamon Raisin Protein Balls
- ½ cup almond butter
- ½ cup rolled oats old-fashioned
- 3 tablespoons protein powder unflavored
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- 3 tablespoons raisins
Chocolate Protein Balls
- ½ cup nut butter
- ¼ cup cacao powder
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons protein powder unflavored
- ½ cup rolled oats old-fashioned
- ⅛ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ingredients for the flavor of protein ball you want to make, including the oats, nut butter, protein powder, sweetener, and salt. Use a spatula to mix well, until the dough looks thick and relatively uniform.
- Use a tablespoon or 1-ounce cookie scoop to scoop the dough, and then roll it between your hands to form a ball. Place the ball on a parchment lined plate or baking sheet, and repeat the process to make the rest of the balls. You should get roughly 12 to 14 balls for each flavor listed above, but this recipe can be doubled or tripled if you need to make more.
- Place the balls in the fridge to firm up for at least 1 hour (this will help make them less sticky), then transfer them to an airtight container and keep them stored in the fridge. They should last up to 2 weeks when chilled.
Notes
- The provided nutrition information applies to the peanut butter flavor and may vary for other flavors.
- Unflavored protein powder is recommended to maintain balance; flavored versions may require adjusting sweeteners or moisture.
- If sweetened protein powder is used, reduce added sweeteners and consider adding a small amount of water or melted coconut oil for consistency.
- Protein balls firm up best after chilling at least 1 hour in the refrigerator before storage.
- Stored in airtight containers refrigerated, these snacks keep well up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 107kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 76mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 86mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 9IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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