Almond Butter Protein Balls
Craving something sweet and nutritious? Try my no-bake Almond Butter Protein Balls! Packed with creamy almond butter, oats, protein powder, and chocolate chips, this is a healthy, wholesome snack to keep you fueled and satisfied. There's 7 grams of protein per ball!
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup creamy almond butter
- ½ cup honey
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 ¼ cup old-fashioned oatmeal
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips mini or semi-sweet
Instructions
- Whisk the almond butter, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract together in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
- Add the vanilla protein powder and oatmeal and stir or knead until well combined.
- Stir or knead in the chocolate chips until well combined.
- Scoop 2-tablespoon-sized mounds of the dough and roll into balls.
- Enjoy or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 7 days.
Notes
Storage Directions
- Refrigerating: Store leftover almond butter balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe, airtight container. Let them thaw to room temperature before serving.
- For the easiest mixing, use room temperature almond butter. If you store almond butter in the fridge, allow it to soften on the counter before mixing.
- For additional sweetness, adding a few drops of a liquid sweetener will do the trick.
- Use a small cookie scoop for measuring to get uniform sizes. This isn't necessary, but recommended if you want your almond butter bites to look flawless.
- Enjoy at room temperature. For the best texture (softer) and flavor (more of a honey taste), let the balls come to room temperature for 15-30 minutes before enjoying.
- Don't be afraid to troubleshoot. If the consistency is too dry, add a little extra almond butter or honey. If it's too wet, toss in some extra oats. This is a forgiving recipe!
- Use a high-quality protein powder. I prefer Isopure, but what matters is choosing one you enjoy on its own.
Nutrition
Calories: 147kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 7gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 17mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 0.3IUVitamin C: 0.05mgCalcium: 69mgIron: 1mg
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