Peanut Butter Protein Balls (Vegan)

These peanut butter protein balls are healthy and satisfying. Full of wholefood ingredients they make a protein-rich snack perfect for an energy boost on busy days.

With only a few simple ingredients you can't go wrong, these peanut butter protein balls hit the spot when you need a lift and kids love them too!

These balls contain 4g of protein per serve so for a small snack they are pretty satisfying.

No special equipment or food processor is needed!

Notes on Key Ingredients

• Oat flour and almond meal - This blend gives you a great texture and mix of fibre and protein. If you are sensitive to oats or would like a grain-free/Paleo option then you could replace the oat flour with coconut flour.
• Protein Powder - You can use your favourite vanilla protein powder, I like to use a dairy-free/Vegan protein powder.
• Peanut butter - Use natural drippy creamy peanut butter. If there is salt in your peanut butter then you might want to omit the added salt. If you use peanut butter with extra fat and sugar added this can affect the end result (taste, texture and possibly unwanted hidden sugars).

Step by Step Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 175 C/350°F. Line a baking tray with baking/ parchment paper.
• Combine the oat flour and almond meal. Spread in an even layer on the baking sheet. Toast for 5-7 minutes until the flour is just starting to turn golden. Remove the tray from the oven and allow the flour to cool.
• Add the flour to a bowl. Add the protein powder and salt. Mix to distribute everything evenly.
• Add the agave syrup into the bowl.

• Next, add the peanut butter.
• Mix in to form a thick dough.
• Add water 1 tablespoon at a time. If the mixture is too crumbly and does not hold together easily, add more.

• Place some baking/parchment paper on a baking tray.
• Oil your hands and any utensils. Scoop heaping tablespoon size amounts of the dough and roll between your palms to form a ball. Alternatively, you can use an oiled one tablespoon cookie scoop or melon baller to form them. If you are in a warm climate and the dough is sticky you can place it in the fridge for 10 minutes to make it easier to roll.
• Once the peanut butter balls are formed, chill in the fridge on a flat surface for 20 minutes or until firm.

Swaps and Variations

• You could swap the oat flour for coconut flour if you are wanting a grain-free protein ball.
• Chocolate protein powder could be used for a choc-nut flavoured protein ball.
• Chopped nuts and chocolate chips can be added to the protein balls to jazz them up if you prefer.
• The sweetener you use needs to be sticky! Honey, brown rice syrup, date syrup are other options.

Protein balls can be a healthy snack when they are made with whole food ingredients and are enjoyed in moderation.

Storage and Freezing

To store: Peanut butter protein balls can be kept in the fridge for up to 7 days in an airtight container.

To freeze: These protein balls can be frozen in a freezer-safe container or a bag for up to 3 months.

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