Caramel Protein Balls

Rich and indulgent energy bites that combine a tender texture of nut butter and oats with sweet notes of caramel and maple. These spheres are ideal for athletes seeking post-workout nutrition or anyone desiring a healthy, satisfying dessert that delivers a crunchy and sweet experience while maintaining an elegant balance between subtle sweetness and high nutritional value.

Prep: 15 min
Servings: 12
Difficulty: Easy

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Instructions

Servings:12

1In a blender or food processor, grind the oats and cashews until a coarse flour-like texture is obtained.
2Transfer to a large mixing bowl and mix the protein powder and cinnamon.
3Add the nut butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract and mix well.
4Mix until the dough is thick and sticky; If it is dry, add more maple syrup.
5Place balls with a diameter of 2.5 to 4 cm using a small cookie scoop or your hands.
6Freeze on a tray lined with baking paper for 20-30 minutes.
7For the optional coating: mix coconut sugar, cinnamon and protein powder in a bowl.
8Roll or shake the balls in the coating until they are evenly covered.
9Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to 6 weeks.

Ingredients

3/4 cup gluten-free oats
1/2 cup roasted and salted cashews
1/2 cup vanilla or caramel protein powder
1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons smooth nut butter or sunflower seed butter
1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Optional: 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar + cinnamon + protein powder for coating

Nutrition

Calories: 358

Nutrition

Calories: 358
Protein: 8.8g
Carbs: 47.3g
Sugar: 23g

Recommended Equipment & Products

Food processor
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Chef tips

For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter and ensure all ingredients are nut-free.

Culinary reasoning

Rich and indulgent energy bites that combine a tender texture of nut butter and oats with sweet notes of caramel and maple. These spheres are ideal for athletes seeking post-workout nutrition or anyone desiring a healthy, satisfying dessert that delivers a crunchy and sweet experience while maintaining an elegant balance between subtle sweetness and high nutritional value.

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Protein

8.8g

Carbs

47.3g

Sugar

23g

Chef tips

For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter and ensure all ingredients are nut-free.

Recommended Equipment & Products

Food processor
Amazon

Disclosure: these are currently regular search links, not affiliate links, and we do not earn a commission. Check current prices, availability and product labels before buying.