Cinnamon Roll Protein Balls
These Cinnamon Roll Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the flavors of cinnamon rolls with the benefits of protein.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- rubber spatula
- baking sheet
- Wax paper
- mini cookie scoop
- microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural creamy almond butter
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Mix almond butter, maple syrup, protein powder, vanilla extract, oats, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl until thick batter forms.
- Scoop the batter onto a lined baking sheet using a mini cookie scoop and shape into balls.
- Melt white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the energy bites and refrigerate for 1 hour until firm.
- Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
Use natural creamy almond butter that contains only almonds, oil, and salt. Adjust salt based on whether the almond butter is salted or unsalted. Store in an airtight container for 5-7 days in the refrigerator or 2-3 months in the freezer.