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Birthday Cake Batter Protein Balls

These Birthday Cake Batter Protein Balls are a fun and nutritious treat that captures the essence of birthday cake in a healthy, bite-sized form. Perfect for a post-workout snack or a sweet treat any time of the day!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Protein Balls
  • 1 cup oats old-fashioned or quick oats
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder use your favorite brand
  • ¼ cup almond flour for a nutty flavor
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey for sweetness
  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor
  • ¼ cup sprinkles use colorful sprinkles for a festive touch
  • ¼ teaspoon salt to enhance flavors

Method
 

Prepare the Mixture
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, vanilla protein powder, almond flour, and salt. Stir well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly mixed.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth. This will help to combine the wet ingredients thoroughly.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to fold the ingredients together until fully combined. The mixture should be slightly sticky but hold together when pressed.
Add Sprinkles and Form Balls
  1. Gently fold in the sprinkles, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  2. Using your hands, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat this process until all the mixture is formed into balls.
Chill and Serve
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the protein balls on the sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  2. Refrigerate the protein balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This step is crucial for the balls to hold their shape.
  3. Once chilled, serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the sprinkles based on your preference or dietary needs. You can also substitute almond flour with oat flour for a gluten-free option.

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