Blueberry Muffin Protein Balls Recipe
These Blueberry Muffin Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the flavors of a blueberry muffin with the power of protein-packed ingredients. Perfect for on-the-go energy boosts or post-workout fuel, these no-bake bites are easy to make and naturally sweetened with maple syrup and dried blueberries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ⅓ cup dried blueberries
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Optional Coating
- 1–2 tbsp oat flour (for rolling)
Instructions
- Mix the Base Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and sticky enough to hold together.
- Fold in the Blueberries: Add the dried blueberries to the mixture and gently fold them in so they are evenly distributed throughout the dough without breaking them up.
- Scoop and Roll into Balls: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 1-inch balls. If desired, roll the balls in oat flour to give them a soft coating and prevent sticking.
- Chill the Balls: Place the protein balls in an airtight container or on a tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- Use almond butter for a slightly sweeter, nutty flavor, or substitute with peanut butter for a classic taste.
- If the mixture feels too sticky, add a little more oat flour until it’s easier to handle.
- Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For a vegan option, ensure your protein powder and other ingredients are plant-based.
- You can substitute dried blueberries with other dried fruits like cranberries or cherries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball (about 20 g)
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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