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Apple Pie Protein Balls Recipe

Apple Pie Protein Balls Recipe
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These Apple Pie Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack combining the flavors of classic apple pie with the benefits of protein and whole ingredients. Perfect for a quick bite, a post-workout boost, or an on-the-go treat, they feature rolled oats, dried apples, warm spices, and almond butter, all bound together by maple syrup and applesauce for a chewy, satisfying texture. Chill them for 15–30 minutes to enhance the flavor and texture or enjoy immediately.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • ½ cup dried apples, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¼ cup almond butter
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1–2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce (as needed for texture)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Finely chop the dried apples and walnuts using a knife and cutting board to ensure a good texture for the protein balls without overly chewy or large chunks.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, chopped dried apples, walnuts, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir these ingredients until evenly distributed.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the almond butter and maple syrup to the dry mix. Begin mixing them together using a spatula or spoon. Add 1 tablespoon of unsweetened applesauce initially and mix thoroughly; add more applesauce (up to 1 additional tablespoon) if the mixture feels too dry to hold together.
  4. Form Balls: Using a cookie scoop or your hands, form the mixture into small balls of approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place the formed balls on a plate or tray lined with parchment paper.
  5. Chill: For best texture and enhanced flavor, chill the protein balls in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes. They can be eaten immediately but chilling helps them firm up and improves chewiness.

Notes

  • Chop dried apples very finely to avoid overly chewy chunks in the protein balls.
  • Use cold almond butter if it is runny to help the balls hold their shape better.
  • Start with 1 tablespoon of applesauce and only add more if the mixture is too dry to hold together well.
  • Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days for optimal freshness.
  • They can also be frozen for up to 2 months; simply thaw at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before eating.

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