Description
These Cranberry Orange Protein Balls are a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, perfect for busy days or festive gatherings. Simple to prepare, they combine rolled oats, protein powder, and juicy cranberries into delightful bites perfect for breakfast, snacks, or post-workout fuel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup cashew butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1–2 tablespoons almond milk (if needed)
- ¼ cup dried cranberries (chopped)
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine rolled oats and protein powder in a bowl.
- Mix in cashew butter, maple syrup, orange zest, vanilla extract, ground ginger, and sea salt until combined.
- Gently fold in chopped cranberries and white chocolate chips.
- Shape the mixture into one-inch balls.
- Chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture and avoid quick oats to prevent mushiness.
Monitor the addition of almond milk to achieve the right consistency; avoid a soggy texture.
Chill the protein balls for easier handling and better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg