Description
These Piña Colada Protein Balls are a healthy, no-bake snack that tastes like the classic tropical drink. They are perfect for a quick energy boost or a post-workout treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon rum extract (alcohol-free)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine rolled oats, protein powder, shredded coconut, crushed pineapple, melted coconut oil, maple syrup or honey, rum extract, and salt in a large bowl.
- Mix until well combined and a sticky dough forms.
- 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 firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- For extra coconut flavor, toast the shredded coconut lightly before adding.
- You can add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flax seeds for added nutrition.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a tiny bit more coconut oil or pineapple juice. If it’s too wet, add a bit more protein powder or oats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg