Birthday Cake Batter Protein Balls Recipe
Delight in these easy-to-make Birthday Cake Batter Protein Balls, perfect for a nutritious and fun snack. Combining creamy peanut butter, honey, vanilla protein powder, and colorful sprinkles, these no-bake protein bites bring the joy of birthday cake in a healthy form. Ready in just minutes and chilled to perfection, they’re great for on-the-go energy or a post-workout boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 scoops (about 50 g) vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon rainbow sprinkles (plus more for rolling)
Optional Ingredients
- Pinch of salt
- Splash of vanilla extract or almond extract
Instructions
- Warm the peanut butter and honey: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey. Microwave for 20–30 seconds until the mixture is warm and easily stirrable. Stir well until smooth to ensure even mixing.
- Form the dough: Gradually stir in the vanilla protein powder until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency. If the dough is too dry, add a splash of milk; if too wet, add a bit more protein powder to achieve the right texture.
- Add sprinkles: Gently fold in the tablespoon of rainbow sprinkles, distributing them evenly throughout the dough to add color and festive flair.
- Shape the balls: Scoop out the mixture by tablespoon-sized portions and roll each into a ball using your hands. For extra decoration, roll the formed balls in additional sprinkles.
- Refrigerate before serving: Place the protein balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up. Once chilled, serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- For variation, try different types of nut butter such as almond or cashew.
- Adjust sweetness by substituting honey with maple syrup or agave nectar based on preference.
- Adding a pinch of salt or a splash of vanilla or almond extract enhances the flavor complexity.
- Keep the balls refrigerated to maintain shape and freshness.
- Perfect as a quick pre- or post-workout snack or a healthy dessert alternative.
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