Description
These cake batter protein balls are a quick and easy snack or dessert made with wholesome, natural ingredients. They are refined sugar-free, vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for a healthy on-the-go treat. With a sweet cakey flavor enhanced by vanilla and almond extracts, these no-bake protein balls are ready in just 5 minutes and require no cooking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cashew butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- ⅓ cup vanilla protein powder
- ⅓ cup oat flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional, but adds a cakey flavor)
- 3 tablespoons sprinkles plus more for rolling
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix wet ingredients: Add the cashew butter, vanilla extract, almond extract, and maple syrup into a mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until everything is well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Incorporate the vanilla protein powder, oat flour, and a pinch of salt into the bowl. Mix everything together using a rubber spatula until a uniform dough forms.
- Fold in sprinkles: Gently fold 3 tablespoons of sprinkles into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overmixing.
- Shape the balls: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, take portions of the dough and roll them into balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Coat with sprinkles: Roll each ball in additional sprinkles to create a colorful coating and enhance the cakey appearance.
- Store: Place the protein balls in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks for best freshness.
Notes
- To keep the balls vegan, ensure you use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Oat flour can be made at home by grinding rolled oats in a blender until fine.
- Feel free to customize with different types of protein powder to suit your dietary needs.
- Sprinkles add a fun texture and look, but you can omit or substitute with mini chocolate chips if preferred.
- Store protein balls in the fridge to maintain firmness and freshness.
