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Apple Pie Protein Balls Recipe

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These Apple Pie Protein Balls are a no-bake, nutritious snack packed with oats, protein powder, dried apples, and warming spices. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they combine slow-digesting carbs, healthy fats, and protein in a delicious apple pie-flavored bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • ½ cup dried apples, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¼ cup almond butter
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 12 tbsp unsweetened applesauce (as needed for texture)

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together oats, protein powder, chopped dried apples, chopped walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
  2. Add wet ingredients: Add almond butter, maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon of applesauce to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly with a spatula until the mixture is well combined. If the mixture feels too dry, incorporate an additional tablespoon of applesauce to achieve the right consistency.
  3. Roll into balls: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls. Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate to keep them from sticking.
  4. Chill (optional): You can enjoy these protein balls immediately, but chilling them in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes enhances their texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use vanilla protein powder to complement the apple pie flavor.
  • You can substitute walnuts with almonds or pecans if preferred.
  • Adjust applesauce amount to get the perfect binding texture.
  • Store protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • These are no-bake and require no cooking, making them a quick, convenient snack.

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