These almond butter protein balls are a tasty snack, packed with plant-based protein, naturally sweetened, and easy to make ahead for energy on busy days.
When you need a quick burst of energy and nutrition - a quick bite or bar is perfect.
These homemade almond butter protein balls are incredibly tasty, with the naturally sweet almond flavor. And they pack a punch of protein, without feeling like a tasteless protein bar.
They are made with real ingredients - almonds and oats. And my new go-to 'secret ingredient': almond powder.
Almond powder is a protein powder made from almonds - much of the carbohydrate and fat content has been removed, leaving just the protein and slightly sweet almond flavor. It has a neutral taste that's perfect for hiding in protein smoothies and homemade bites like these.
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Why You'll Love these Almond Butter Protein Balls
- Protein boost - Packed with protein & almond butter to keep you full
- No equipment - no food processor necessary, just a mixing bowl!
- Make-ahead snack - Perfect for meal prep and easy to store
- Naturally sweetened - sweetened with agave - or even dates, if you want!
- Takes only 10 minutes - making these energy balls is so quick and easy
- Dietary needs - these bites are vegan, gluten free, and oil-free
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
- Quick Oats: since this recipe is no-equipment, I recommend using quick oats. They are already small enough to be bite sized. If you want to use rolled oats, I recommend blending everything in the food processor instead of mixing.
- Almond Powder: I used Naked Nutrition's Almond Powder, which is my go-to protein powder these days. Bonus that it adds to the almond flavor! Feel free to use your protein powder of choice or omit the protein.
- Almond Butter: look for an oil-free and sugar free nut butter (my homemade almond butter is oil-free!)
- Sweetener: I used agave. You can also use maple syrup. Or for a completely fruit sweetened bite, use date syrup.
- Chia Seeds: Chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse that add a tad bit of crunch to the bites.
- Vanilla Extract
- Cinnamon
- Salt
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1. Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl until combined.
Step 2. Use a cookie scoop or a teaspoon to scoop and roll the mixture into balls. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Pro Tip: Roll the balls with slightly damp hands to prevent sticking.
FAQ & Expert Tips
Yes! Feel free to use peanut butter and peanut powder to make a totally peanut butter version of these balls.
Sub tahini or sunflower seed butter and a pea or rice protein of choice.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Store in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Recipe Prayer
Thank you God for sweet, protein-packed snacks that give us energy to do Your work throughout the day. Amen.
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📖 Recipe
Almond Butter Protein Balls
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ Cups Quick Oats
- ½ Cup Almond Powder
- ⅓ Cup Almond Butter
- ¼ Cup Agave or Maple Syrup
- 1 Tablespoon Chia Seeds
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Pinch Cinnamon
- Pinch Salt
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl until combined.
- Use a cookie scoop or a teaspoon to scoop and roll the mixture into balls. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate.
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