Description
These Tasty Oreo Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack perfect for a quick energy boost. Made with chocolate or vanilla protein powder, coconut flour, pumpkin puree, and a drizzle of white chocolate, they offer a balanced blend of protein and flavor. Easy to prepare with no baking required, these bite-sized treats are ideal for on-the-go snacking or a healthy dessert alternative.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup protein powder, chocolate or vanilla (93g)
- 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon coconut flour (70g)
- 1/4 cup dark cocoa powder (28g)
- 1/4 cup granulated sweetener like swerve (48g)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree from a can (122g)
- 1/2 cup plain applesauce (112g)
- 1/3 cup vanilla almond milk, unsweetened (80g)
Topping
- 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips (28g) (opt for dairy-free if required)
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare Your Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet or another suitable pan with wax paper. Set this prepared sheet aside; it will be used to place the Oreo balls on after they’re formed.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine your chosen protein powder, coconut flour, dark cocoa powder, and sweetener. Use a whisk or spoon to mix these dry ingredients together thoroughly, ensuring an even distribution.
- Incorporate the Wet Ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, applesauce, and almond milk to the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix everything together until the dough is uniform and all ingredients are well-combined. You can use a hand mixer, stand mixer, or a sturdy spoon for this step.
- Form the Oreo Balls: Begin rolling out the dough into small balls using your hands. Each ball should be about a heaping tablespoon or roughly 20 grams. Ensure all sides are smooth, then place each completed ball onto the wax paper-lined baking sheet as you go.
- Prepare and Drizzle the White Chocolate: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips with the coconut oil. Microwave this mixture in 30-second increments, stirring between each heating session, until the chocolate is completely melted. Quickly drizzle the melted white chocolate over the Oreo balls before it begins to harden.
- Set and Store: Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer for 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set properly on the Oreo balls. For long-term storage, keep the balls in a closed container in the refrigerator. If you prefer, these Oreo balls can also be frozen for later enjoyment, as they freeze very well!
Notes
- Use dairy-free white chocolate chips if you require a vegan or dairy-free option.
- You can swap granulated sweetener for sugar or another preferred sweetener, but this may affect nutrition information.
- These protein balls can be kept refrigerated for up to one week or frozen for up to three months.
- If your dough is too sticky, add a little more coconut flour to reach the desired consistency for rolling.
- Feel free to experiment with different protein powder flavors for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: protein balls, Oreo protein balls, healthy snack, no bake protein snack, pumpkin protein balls, high protein snack, easy protein bites
