Description
Easy pistachio protein balls are no-bake, bite-sized snacks packed with protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness. Perfect for on-the-go fuel, these treats are simple to make and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- 1/2 cup rolled oats or oat flour
- 1/3 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond or cashew butter
- 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tbsp chia seeds
- Optional: 1 tbsp flaxseed meal
- Optional: 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
- Optional: 2 tbsp shredded coconut
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse the pistachios and oats until they form a coarse flour.
- Add protein powder, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until the mixture forms a dough. If too dry, add a splash of water or more nut butter.
- Stir in optional add-ins like chia seeds, flaxseed meal, chocolate chips, or shredded coconut.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) with your hands.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
Use certified gluten-free oats and protein powder to make it gluten-free.Replace honey or maple syrup with blended dates for a refined sugar-free version.For a nut-free option, use sunflower seed butter or tahini.Add cocoa powder for a chocolate version.Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
