Description
These Guilt-Free No Bake Protein Energy Balls are a quick and nutritious snack made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond butter, honey, and protein powder. Perfect for a boost of energy on the go, they require no baking and come together in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored recommended)
- Pinch sea salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup creamy almond butter (or peanut butter, cashew butter)
- 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and chia seeds. If using gluten-free oats, verify they are certified gluten-free.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Spoon in the creamy almond butter and drizzle honey or maple syrup. Stir these into the dry ingredients until a thick, sticky paste forms.
- Incorporate Protein and Flavor: Add protein powder and vanilla extract, then mix thoroughly until fully combined.
- Season: Add a pinch of sea salt and mix well to enhance the flavor.
- Form Balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture at a time. Roll between palms to form balls roughly 1-1.5 inches in diameter. If too sticky, chill mixture for 10-15 minutes before rolling.
- Optional Coating: Place shredded coconut in a shallow bowl and roll each ball in it until lightly coated.
- Chill to Firm: Place balls on parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
- Maple syrup can be used instead of honey for a vegan alternative.
- Chilling the mixture helps manage stickiness for easier rolling.
- Store energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These energy balls make a great pre- or post-workout snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake, protein balls, energy balls, healthy snack, gluten free, vegan option, quick snack, almond butter, oats, protein powder
