No Bake Cake Batter Protein Balls
Delightful, nutritious snack resembling cake batter, packed with protein and easy to customize.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- ½ cup nut butter (like almond or peanut butter) Substitute with sunflower seed butter for nut-free
- 1 cup oats Use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free version
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Choose maple syrup for vegan option
- ¼ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and measure them accurately.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the vanilla protein powder, nut butter, oats, and honey (or maple syrup). Stir until well combined.
- Assess the texture of the mixture. If it feels too dry, add a little water or more nut butter until it holds together without being overly sticky.
- If you are choosing to include chocolate chips, gently fold them into the mixture.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, roughly one inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Pop the baking sheet into the refrigerator and let the balls chill for about 30 minutes.
- After chilling, your No Bake Cake Batter Protein Balls are ready to be enjoyed.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze individually wrapped.