You might think that Protein Balls are just a flash in the pan trend for marathon runners and the workout obsessed. However, Protein Balls are a great source of energy and superfoods. Yes, they’re the perfect post-workout snack but they are also great to keep you going on days where you’re on the move and don’t want to reach for that 3 pm chocolate bar to keep you going! They can even be an after-dinner indulgence if you need something sweet.
The great thing about Protein Balls is that you can adapt them based on what you like and what superfoods you want. Different types of nut butter, powders or dried fruit can be added or taken out to create your own perfect recipe.When it comes to nutrition, it’s important to make sure you have something like oats in your protein balls. They have a low glycemic index so they slowly release energy over the day. This is important to avoid a sugar crash! If you are big on your workouts, adding a protein powder can be great for your post-workout recovery.
This great recipe from myprotein.com is the perfect base recipe for your first protein balls with just 6 ingredients and those all-important oats! Plus, they’re super simple – just mix, roll into balls and put them in the fridge
MyProtein Protein Balls
Makes 20
Ingredients
Dry
- 120g rolled oats
- 2 scoops Impact Whey Protein
- 50g add-ins (like dried fruit or chocolate chips)
Wet
- 120g nut butter
- 2 tbsp. syrup (try maple syrup, honey, or Sugar-Free Syrup)
- 3 tbsp. milk
Method
1. Firstly, mix all of the dry ingredients together in a bowl until evenly dispersed.
2. Then, add the nut butter and syrup and mix through.
3. Slowly add the milk while mixing until all well-combined.
4. Take a small handful of mixture and roll into a ball. Repeat until you have 20 balls.
5. Place the balls onto a plate or tray covered in baking parchment and put into the fridge for about 2 hours.
TIP: These will last a few days in the fridge.
