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No-Bake Lemon Poppyseed Protein Balls

No-Bake Lemon Poppyseed Protein Balls for a Refreshing Boost

No-Bake Lemon Poppyseed Protein Balls are a quick and healthy snack packed with flavor and nutrients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 28 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Protein Balls
  • 1 cup Vanilla Whey Protein Powder can substitute with plant-based protein powder
  • 2 cups Oats rolled oats work best
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds
  • 2 tablespoons Truvia (or other sweetener) adjust based on protein powder sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest use fresh zest
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Water add more as needed to achieve consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Tupperware container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla whey protein powder, rolled oats, poppy seeds, Truvia, and fresh lemon zest. Mix well.
  2. Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and a small amount of water. Stir vigorously until the ingredients start to stick together.
  3. Check the consistency; adjust with more water if too dry, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
  4. Dampen your hands slightly and shape the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
  5. Place the formed protein balls in a Tupperware container, keeping them in a single layer.
  6. Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up the protein balls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These protein balls can be customized with different nuts or add-ins while maintaining a good balance of wet ingredients.

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