Description
Nutritious and delicious protein balls that capture the cozy flavors of a cinnamon roll without baking. Perfect for a quick snack or post-workout energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla or plain protein powder
- 1/3 cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons milk or dairy-free milk
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together rolled oats, protein powder, and ground cinnamon until evenly mixed.
- Add the wet ingredients: Add almond or peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk to the dry mix.
- Mix to a thick dough: Use a spatula or spoon to fold and press the ingredients together until a slightly sticky, moldable dough forms.
- Portion and roll: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the dough, then roll into bite-sized balls.
- Chill to firm: Place the balls on a parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes until firm.
- Serve or store: Enjoy chilled or store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer for later.
Notes
For added flavor, consider folding in mini chocolate chips or nuts. Ensure to chill the balls for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg