I just made some delicious no-bake protein balls! They are the perfect energy boost and are so yummy. It's like having a treat that also has the protein I need. Plus, they're great as an on-the-go snack. I can't wait to make more!
Last Friday, I ordered my favorite cappuccino with almond milk from a local bakery. While I was there, I decided to try their energy balls. Unfortunately, I was unsatisfied with the taste and thought I could make better energy balls at home. My energy balls tasted better, and I could add protein powder, helping me meet my protein requirements. Making them myself allowed me to add extra protein to my diet. It was a win-win situation!
No Bake Protein Energy Balls
yields: 16-18 balls
prep time: 10 minutes
total time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
1 1/4 cups of almond butter
1/2 cup of honey
1/2 flaxseed meal
1 1/3 cups of old fashioned oats
7 pitted dates
1/2 cup of protein powder
1/2 cup of mini sugar free dark chocolate chips
1/4-1/2 cups of almond milk
1/3 cups of coconut flakes
How to make Protein Energy Balls
Let's get started on making a delicious treat! All you need is a spoon or spatula and a bowl. This recipe is quick and easy to make, so you'll enjoy your creation in no time.
Step 1: Slice up the pitted dates into small pieces
Step 2: Add in the protein powder, old fashioned oats, honey, dates, chocolate chips, flaxseed meal to bowl and stir until batter is combined.
Step 3: Add in the almond milk ( depending on how dry the batter is will determine if you use 1/4 of a cup or 1/2 of a cup. You can also use water, dairy milk or any plant based milk).
Step 4: Sprinkle in the coconut flakes a little at a time being sure to mix it into the batter after each sprinkle.
Step 4: Using a spoon or spatula scoop out enough batter to make a one inch ball. Roll the batter with your hands until the batter shapes into a ball. You can place each ball on wax/parchment paper or place in muffin cups.
Step 5: Once you have finished shaping your protein energy balls place in a pan , Tupperware or tray put them in the fridge for an hour or until the protein energy balls are firm to the touch
You can eat them immediately after they have firmed or store them in ziplock bags for later.
NOTES:
Each ball is 185 calories with 7 grams of protein, 16 grams of carbohydrates.
You can use any kind of nut butter of your choosing.
You can use maple syrup instead of honey.
You can add raisins, seeds, nuts or any dried fruit of your choosing.
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