No Bake Cookie Dough Protein Balls

No Bake Cookie Dough Protein Balls

Introduction

Are you looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious snack? Look no further! These No Bake Cookie Dough Protein Balls are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while providing a nutritious boost. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, they make for a great post-workout snack or a mid-day energy boost. Plus, they’re gluten-free and can easily be made vegan!

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats (or oat flour, use gluten-free if needed) 🌾
• ¼ cup protein powder of choice 💪
• ⅓ cup flax seeds 🌻
• 1 cup SunButter Creamy Sunflower Butter 🌻🥜
• ⅓ cup honey 🍯
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt 🧂
• 1 teaspoon vanilla 🍦
• 2 tablespoons cold water 💧
• ½ cup mini chocolate chips 🍫

Instructions

1. Blend Dry Ingredients
   Place the rolled oats, protein powder, and flax seeds in a food processor and blend well until fine. 🌀
2. Add Wet Ingredients
   Add SunButter Creamy Sunflower Butter, honey, sea salt, vanilla, and cold water to the processor and blend again until well incorporated. The mixture should be soft and slightly sticky. If it’s too thick, add a tablespoon of water and continue to mix. 🌻🍯
3. Incorporate Chocolate Chips
   Add the chocolate chips and pulse to combine. 🍫
4. Form the Balls
   Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to scoop the mixture and roll it into a ball between the palms of your hands. 👌
5. Store and Enjoy
   Sprinkle some sea salt over the top and store in an airtight container. Enjoy! 🧂🫙😊

Notes

• Rolled Oats: You can swap this with oat flour and mix everything up in a mixing bowl with a spatula. 🌾
• Flax Seeds Substitute: Swap this with chia seeds if desired or use an equal amount of rolled oats. 🌻
• Honey Substitute: Substitute this with maple syrup or agave to make this recipe vegan. 🍁

Nutritional Information

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

These No Bake Cookie Dough Protein Balls are not only quick and easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins like dried fruits or nuts for an extra crunch. Perfect for meal prepping, you can make a batch and store them in the fridge for up to a week. Happy snacking!

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