Description
These Vanilla Protein Balls are quick, delicious, and perfect for a healthy snack on the go! Packed with protein, oats, and natural sweetness, they come together in minutes — no baking required.
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine oats, protein powder, and shredded coconut (if using).
2. Add almond butter, honey, milk, vanilla extract, and salt.
3. Mix until all ingredients are well combined — the mixture should be slightly sticky but firm enough to roll.
4. If too dry, add a bit more milk; if too wet, add a little more oats.
5. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls using your hands.
6. Place the protein balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
7. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
Add mini chocolate chips, chia seeds, or flaxseed for extra nutrition.
For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of almond butter.
These make an excellent pre- or post-workout snack that satisfies your sweet tooth without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vanilla protein balls, healthy snack, no-bake energy bites, high-protein snack, quick meal prep