Nut Butter Protein Balls

Written By Christina Hill
 

Makes ~15, 1.5 tbsp balls

Ingredients

  • 1 cup natural peanut or almond butter (unsweetened)

  • 2 tbsp maple syrup (or raw honey)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup gluten-free oats

  • ⅓ cup plant-based protein powder (I like truvani unsweetened)

  • 2 tbsp ground flaxseed (or chia seeds)

  • ¼ tsp sea salt

Optional add-ins:

  • 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips

  • 1 tbsp hemp seeds

  • 2 tbsp chopped dates (if adding, consider omitting maple syrup unless you want them extra sweet) 

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.

  2. Add oats, protein powder, flax, and salt.

  3. Stir until a thick dough forms.

    1. If too dry → add 1 tbsp almond milk

    2. If too sticky → add a little more oat flour

  4. Fold in any add-ins.

  5. Roll into balls (about 1-1.5 tbsp each).

  6. Chill in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to set.

  7. Enjoy!

Macro Breakdown

Per 1.5 tbsp sized ball, using peanut butter, without any add-ins

  • Calories: 133

  • Protein: 5.6 g

  • Carbs: 7.9 g

  • Fat: 9.3 g

  • Fiber: 1.6 g

Christina Hill