Nut Butter Protein Balls
This recipe is full of feel-good ingredients and irresistibly delicious! It has to be the easiest no bake protein balls recipe you can find. No blender needed, just mix in a bowl and form into balls. Take 10 minutes to whip up a batch of these bad boys and snack healthy all week long!I know some people love their store-bought protein bars (and I have a few favs too) but I honestly really like making homemade protein balls because I can control what ingredients go into the mix AND they are way cheaper. Plus, coming up with the different flavor combinations is so much fun.These small but mighty snacks are fudgy, soft, and so yummy. They are the perfect energy bites before or after a workout or an afternoon pick me up. Packed with protein and healthy fats that will energize you and keep you full!You know those snacks that are oh so addicting that you have a love/hate relationship with them? I knew you’d get me. That’s how I feel about these nut butter protein balls. First, of all, everyone loves them. From my family to me (obviously), we are all grabbing for them.These delightful little balls are filled with nourishing good fats and protein, making them a great snack option. You will truly feel like you are eating dessert, except they are made with super simple healthy ingredients.Let me ask, have you jumped on the energy bite/protein ball craze yet? The ones made with dates/nuts/seeds/oats/other healthy goodness? I have been making these healthy treats for years and never get tired of them.So, if you have been looking for a nutritious homemade protein/energy bite then this is the ultimate one! Adjustable, delicious, these snack balls use only a handful of ingredients and the flavor is so addicting, you will be making these multiple times a week, omg you will soon be as obsessed as me.There are so many reasons to love them! Whoever is responsible for the idea that we should mash a bunch of healthy ingredients into one little ball as a snack is an absolute genius in my book. Moreish snack balls, bliss balls, energy bites, call them what you like. They are a perfect little nutrient-dense bite for a satisfying and are seriously SO GOOD. They make the perfect gift for any of your health-conscious friends too. Whoever is responsible for the idea that we should mash a bunch of healthy ingredients into one little ball as a snack is an absolute genius in my book. Little spheres of snacking. Little orbs of awesome.
Servings 20
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats, instant or quick
- 1 cup peanut (or any other nut) butter
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 scoops protein or collagen powder (4 tablespoons)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir to combine into a thick dough. Once combined, use a small cookie scoop or tablespoon to scoop and form the dough into around 20 balls depending on your size preference.Store in a covered container in the fridge or freezer.
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