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Coconut Protein Balls Recipe

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These Coconut Protein Balls are a quick and healthy no-bake snack packed with protein and fiber. Made with rolled oats, shredded coconut, protein powder, and natural sweeteners, they are perfect for a pre- or post-workout boost or a nutritious snack on the go. With simple ingredients and no baking required, these energy bites can be customized with your choice of nut butter and protein powder to suit your taste and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey, pea, or your favorite)
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup nut butter (almond butter, peanut butter, or cashew butter)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to your sweetness preference)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Ingredients for Adjusting Texture and Coating

  • Water (optional, if mixture is too dry)
  • Oats or protein powder (optional, if mixture is too wet)
  • Extra shredded coconut (optional, for coating)

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, shredded coconut, protein powder, chia seeds, and salt. Stir everything together until well combined.
  2. Add wet ingredients: To the bowl with the dry ingredients, add the nut butter, honey or maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract.
  3. Mix into dough: Using a sturdy spoon or a spatula, mix all the ingredients together until a thick, sticky dough forms. Adjust the texture by adding a teaspoon of water or more applesauce if too dry, or a tablespoon of oats or protein powder if too wet.
  4. Chill the dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for about 15-20 minutes to help firm it up.
  5. Shape the balls: Scoop out about a tablespoon of mixture at a time and roll between your palms to form small, compact balls, roughly 1-inch in diameter.
  6. Optional coating: Roll the finished balls in extra shredded coconut for added texture and a coconut crunch if desired.

Notes

  • The type of protein powder can be tailored to your preference or dietary needs (whey, pea, etc.).
  • Nut butter choice (almond, peanut, or cashew) can slightly alter the flavor profile.
  • Adjust sweetness by using honey or maple syrup according to taste.
  • If mixture consistency is tricky, use water and oats/protein powder in small increments to balance.
  • Store protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • These no-bake balls are great for quick energy and make excellent snacks for on-the-go.

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