Nut Free Protein Balls

[Serene]

let's have proteins!

Ingredients​

• Base:
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seed butter (or any other nut-free seed butter)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup protein powder (your choice, vanilla works well)
• Mix-Ins:
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup dried fruit (like cranberries or raisins)
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)

Instructions​

1. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, sunflower seed butter, honey or maple syrup, and protein powder. Mix well until fully combined.
2. Add Mix-Ins: Stir in the mini chocolate chips, dried fruit, shredded coconut, and seeds if using. Make sure everything is evenly distributed.
3. Form Balls: Once the mixture is well combined, use your hands to scoop out small portions and roll them into balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
4. Chill: Place the protein balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
5. Store: Once firm, transfer the protein balls to an airtight container. They can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for longer.

Tips​

• Feel free to customize the mix-ins based on your preferences!
• For a different flavor, you can add cocoa powder, cinnamon, or vanilla extract.

Enjoy your nut-free protein balls!

 

[jannababe]

let's have proteins!
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Ingredients​

• Base:
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seed butter (or any other nut-free seed butter)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup protein powder (your choice, vanilla works well)
• Mix-Ins:
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup dried fruit (like cranberries or raisins)
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)

Instructions​

1. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, sunflower seed butter, honey or maple syrup, and protein powder. Mix well until fully combined.
2. Add Mix-Ins: Stir in the mini chocolate chips, dried fruit, shredded coconut, and seeds if using. Make sure everything is evenly distributed.
3. Form Balls: Once the mixture is well combined, use your hands to scoop out small portions and roll them into balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
4. Chill: Place the protein balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
5. Store: Once firm, transfer the protein balls to an airtight container. They can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for longer.

Tips​

• Feel free to customize the mix-ins based on your preferences!
• For a different flavor, you can add cocoa powder, cinnamon, or vanilla extract.

Enjoy your nut-free protein balls!

These Nut Free Protein Balls look perfect! I love that they’re packed with protein and safe for those with nut allergies. They seem like a great snack for on-the-go or after a workout. I can’t wait to try making these healthy treats!