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Birthday Cake Batter Protein Balls Recipe

Birthday Cake Batter Protein Balls Recipe
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These Birthday Cake Batter Protein Balls are a delightful and healthy snack packed with creamy peanut butter, sweet honey, and vanilla protein powder, all sprinkled with colorful rainbow sprinkles for a fun and festive twist. Perfect for a quick energy boost, these no-bake protein balls offer a flavorful, easy-to-make treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while fueling your body.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
  • 2 scoops (50g) vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon rainbow sprinkles, plus extra for rolling

Optional Flavor Boosters

  • Pinch of salt
  • Splash of vanilla extract
  • Drop of almond extract

Instructions

  1. The Peanut Butter Situation: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey. Microwave for 20 to 30 seconds to soften the mixture, then stir until smooth and caramel-like in texture. Avoid eating it directly as this mixture forms the base of the protein balls.
  2. Protein Powder Party: Add the vanilla protein powder to the peanut butter mixture. Stir vigorously until a dough forms; it may look off at first but will come together. Adjust consistency by adding a teaspoon of water or milk if too dry, or more protein powder if too sticky, aiming for a Play-Doh-like texture.
  3. Sprinkle Integration: Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles to avoid color bleeding. This step ensures the sprinkles remain vibrant and nicely dispersed within the mixture.
  4. Ball Formation (Get Your Mind Out of the Gutter): Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion out the dough. Roll between your palms to form bite-sized balls approximately the size of a large marble. Roll each ball in extra sprinkles for a festive finish.
  5. The Waiting Game: Arrange the balls on a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet, then refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up, making them easier to handle and store.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, swap honey for maple syrup.
  • If the mixture is too sticky, add more protein powder to achieve better consistency.
  • Use rainbow sprinkles sparingly to maintain the vibrant colors without affecting the dough texture.
  • Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Feel free to add a pinch of salt or a splash of vanilla or almond extract to enhance flavor depth.

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