Lemon Coconut Protein Power Balls

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats

  • ½ cup shredded unsweetened coconut

  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (plant-based or whey)

  • 2 tablespoons almond butter (or cashew butter)

  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients
    In a mixing bowl, add rolled oats, shredded coconut, protein powder, and a pinch of salt.

  2. Add wet ingredients
    Pour in almond butter, maple syrup (or honey), lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.

  3. Mix thoroughly
    Use a spatula to stir until the mixture comes together into a sticky, uniform dough.

  4. Shape into balls
    Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.

  5. Chill
    Place the balls on a tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.

  6. Store
    Transfer to an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 7 days.

Optional Add-Ins:

  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds

  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed

  • Mini dark chocolate chips

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g

 

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