Cake Batter Protein Balls
These no-bake protein balls mimic the creamy richness of birthday cake with wholesome ingredients. Packed with oats, nut butter, and protein powder, they offer sustained energy for snacks or post-workout fuel. Customizable with sprinkles and optional milk for texture, they’re ready in 10 minutes and perfect for kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 10
- Total Time: 10
- Yield: 24 protein balls 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free, if needed)
1/4 cup vanilla or cake batter-flavored protein powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup sprinkles (optional)
2–3 tablespoons milk (dairy, almond, oat, or soy, optional)
Instructions
Whisk rolled oats, protein powder, and salt in a large bowl until combined.
In a separate bowl, stir nut butter, honey/maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
Gradually add wet mixture to dry ingredients, mixing until a thick dough forms.
Fold in sprinkles. If the dough becomes too sticky, chill for 10 minutes.
Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time to achieve a workable consistency.
Scoop 1.5 tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into balls using a #24 cookie scoop or hands.
Place balls on parchment paper and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
Substitute nut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
Adjust sweetness by increasing or decreasing honey/maple syrup.
Use plant-based milk for a vegan version.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for 1 month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg