Description
No Bake Cake Batter Protein Balls are a delightful treat that brings the childhood joy of cake batter into a nutritious, protein-packed snack. These protein balls offer a balance of indulgence and nourishment, making them a perfect choice for a quick pick-me-up or a guilt-free dessert alternative.
Ingredients
Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats:
2 cups
Vanilla Whey (or Plant) Protein Powder:
1 cup
Almond Flour:
1/2 cup
Almond Butter (or Peanut/Seed Butter):
1/2 cup
Maple Syrup or Honey:
1/3 cup
Milk (Dairy or Plant):
3 tbsp
Vanilla Extract:
2 tsp
Fine Salt:
1/4 tsp
Rainbow Sprinkles:
1/4 cup
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine oats, protein powder, almond flour, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in almond butter, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract until a dough forms.
- Add Sprinkles: Gently fold in rainbow sprinkles for the classic cake batter look.
- Form Balls: Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and place on a lined tray.
- Chill: Refrigerate for about 20 minutes to set.
- Serve: Enjoy these delicious protein balls as a snack or dessert!
Notes
- For a finer texture, lightly pulse oats in a food processor.
- If almond flour is unavailable, substitute with an additional 1/3 cup of finely pulsed oats.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based protein powder and maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg