Paleo No-Bake Protein Balls
Satisfy your sweet cravings while staying health-conscious with these Paleo No-Bake Protein Balls—a quick and nutritious snack that’s perfect for busy days or post-workout fuel. Made from wholesome ingredients like almond flour, almond butter, chia seeds, and paleo-friendly protein powder, these energy bites are naturally sweetened with raw honey and flavored with hints of vanilla and cocoa powder. They’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and require no baking, making prep a breeze in just 15 minutes. Roll them in shredded coconut for a touch of texture and tropical flair, then refrigerate to enjoy deliciously firm bites packed with protein and healthy fats. Whether you’re sticking to a paleo diet or simply seeking a guilt-free treat, these protein balls are a convenient, portable option for healthy snacking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup almond butter
- 0.25 cup raw honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup paleo-friendly protein powder
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, chia seeds, cocoa powder, shredded coconut, protein powder, and sea salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
Add the almond butter, raw honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or your hands, mix everything until a thick dough forms. If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time until the consistency allows the mixture to hold together when pressed.
Scoop out approximately tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls using your hands. The mixture should yield about 12 balls.
Once all the dough has been rolled into balls, you can roll them in extra shredded coconut if desired for a decorative touch.
Place the protein balls in an airtight container and refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes to firm up before eating.
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze them for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.7 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1205 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.7 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.6 g | 159% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.5 g | ||
| Protein | 157.0 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 899 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 1796 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
