Make these no-bake cake batter protein balls for a quick, high-protein snack that tastes like birthday cake. They require simple mixing and rolling, making them perfect for meal prep or a guilt-free dessert alternative.
Author:emilyharrison
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:40 min
Yield:18 servings 1x
Category:Snack
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups rolled oats
1 cup vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 cup almond butter (or cashew butter)
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
1–2 tablespoons almond milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
Combine the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, and almond flour in a medium mixing bowl. Stir the dry ingredients together until fully mixed.
Add the almond butter, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix with a sturdy spoon or spatula until a thick, uniform dough forms.
If the mixture seems too dry to hold together, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time until the dough is workable.
Fold in the rainbow sprinkles gently, mixing just enough to distribute them evenly.
Scoop out the dough and roll it between your palms into uniform balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Place the finished protein balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Chill the balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving or storing.
Notes
For a variation, substitute cashew butter for almond butter.
Store these no-bake energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
You can add 1/4 cup of mini white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.