Description
These banana bread protein balls are a healthy and delicious snack, perfect for a quick energy boost. They are packed with protein and fiber, making them satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1-2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy) if mixture is too dry
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the mashed banana, protein powder, almond butter, oat flour, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix well until a thick dough forms. If the mixture is too dry, add milk one tablespoon at a time until it reaches a rollable consistency.
- Stir in any optional add-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Place the protein balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For a sweeter treat, add a touch of maple syrup or honey to the mixture.
- Experiment with different protein powder flavors like chocolate or peanut butter.
- These protein balls are great for meal prep and can be enjoyed as a pre-workout or post-workout snack.
- You can also freeze these protein balls for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg