Recipe: Quick & Easy Protein Balls
I have been making this recipe for a really long time. It is so easy to make and can be modified and changed for countless options. Try changing out the protein powder for a flavored one or changing the coating for a different texture or taste. Make a big batch ahead of time and keep them in the refrigerator for a quick snack anytime.
Quick & Easy Protein Balls
A super easy recipe for protein balls. Simple ingredients, minimal time commitment and super tasty.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened nut or seed butter
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup honey, agave or low calorie liquid sweetener can also be used
- 2/3 cup sweetened vanilla protein powder
- 1/8 tsp fine grind sea salt
- 2 tbsp quick cooking rolled oats or other coating, see notes
Instructions
- Mix nut or seed butter, maple syrup and sea salt in mixing bowl until thoroughly blended.
- Add protein powder and stir until completely combined.
- If mixture is too dry, add a little water, milk, or milk substitute, one teaspoon at at time, until mixture comes together like a soft dough. If t is too wet, add a little more protein powder or ground oats.
- Scoop about 1 1/2 tbsp of mixture into hands and form into 1 inch balls.
- Place quick cooking oats, or other selected coating into a shallow dish. Rolls formed ball in the coating, lightly pressing to make it stick to the balls.
- Place balls in airtight container and store in refrigerator.
Notes
Balls will keep in refrigerator for up to 1 week. They may be frozen in airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw for 15 minutes before eating.
Other coating suggestions:
- Miniature chocolate chips
- Cacao nibs
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Matcha powder
- Unsweetened flaked or shredded coconut, plain or toasted
- Finely chopped toasted or raw nuts or seeds
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls - Use peanut butter for nut butter, substitute chocolate protein powder for the vanilla protein powder and agave or light flavored liquid sweetener. Add 1-1/2 tablespoons unsweetened natural cocoa powder with the protein powder and 1-1/2 tablespoons water with the agave.
- Mocha Java Protein Balls - Use chocolate protein powder in place of vanilla protein powder and agave or light flavored sweetener. Add 2 teaspoons of instant espresso powder dissolved in 2 teaspoons of water in with the agave.
- Gingerbread Protein Balls - Use 3 tablespoons molasses for the sweetener. Add 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves along with the protein powder.