Description
These Cinnamon Roll Protein Bites are the perfect no-bake snack that combines the flavors of a cinnamon roll with the benefits of protein. Easy to make and great for a quick energy boost!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk of choice
Additions:
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture begins to come together.
- Form Dough: Gradually add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until a slightly sticky dough forms. Fold in the white chocolate chips if desired.
- Shape Bites: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined plate or tray.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase cinnamon to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
- You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or cashew butter for a different taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
