Description
These no-bake cake batter protein balls are a sweet, energizing snack made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour and protein powder. They come together in just 10 minutes and taste like birthday cake, making them perfect for post-workout fuel or a quick, healthy treat.
Ingredients
1 cup almond flour
1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
2 tablespoons coconut flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup pure maple syrup or honey
2 tablespoons cashew butter or almond butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles (use naturally colored for healthier option)
1–2 tablespoons almond milk, as needed
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, vanilla protein powder, coconut flour, and salt.
- Add in the maple syrup or honey, nut butter, and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture is crumbly.
- Gradually add almond milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture forms a dough.
- Fold in the rainbow sprinkles gently.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls using your hands.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
Use peanut butter for a richer flavor.
Try chocolate protein powder for a different taste.
Swap sprinkles with mini chocolate chips or shredded coconut for variety.
Make it nut-free by using oat flour and sunflower seed butter.
No reheating required — just thaw if frozen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
