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Birthday Cake Batter Protein Balls Recipe

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These Birthday Cake Batter Protein Balls are a delicious and easy-to-make snack packed with protein and sweet flavors. Using simple pantry staples like natural peanut butter, honey, vanilla protein powder, and colorful sprinkles, this no-bake recipe creates bite-sized treats that satisfy your sweet tooth while fueling your body. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a healthy dessert alternative, these protein balls are made without any complicated or expensive ingredients.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
  • 2 scoops (50g) vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon rainbow sprinkles, plus extra for rolling

Optional Flavor Boosters

  • Pinch of salt
  • Splash of vanilla extract
  • Drop of almond extract

Instructions

  1. The Peanut Butter Situation: Place the peanut butter and honey into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 20 to 30 seconds to soften and make it easier to mix. Stir until the mixture is smooth and caramel-like in texture.
  2. Protein Powder Party: Add the vanilla protein powder to the peanut butter mixture and stir vigorously until it forms a dough. If the dough is too dry and crumbly, add a teaspoon of water or milk. If it’s too wet and sticky, add more protein powder. Aim for a Play-Doh consistency.
  3. Sprinkle Integration: Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles, being careful not to overmix to avoid colors bleeding and making the dough grayish.
  4. Ball Formation (Get Your Mind Out of the Gutter): Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion out the dough. Roll the portions between your palms to form bite-sized balls approximately the size of a donut hole or large marble. Roll each ball in extra sprinkles if desired to add an extra festive touch.
  5. The Waiting Game: Place the formed protein balls on a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm them up and make storage easier. Resist the urge to eat immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute honey with maple syrup to make this recipe vegan.
  • If you don’t have vanilla protein powder, be cautious substituting flavors as chocolate can alter the final taste significantly.
  • Add optional flavor boosters like a pinch of salt or a splash of vanilla or almond extract to enhance flavor.
  • Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
  • Adjust the consistency with protein powder or liquid as needed to achieve dough-like texture.

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