These Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious option for a healthy dessert. Packed with protein and the bright flavor of lemon, they make for a perfect snack or post-workout treat.
This recipe is simple and requires no baking, making it easy to whip up a batch whenever you need a quick energy boost.
No-Bake Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Balls
These protein balls combine oats, protein powder, lemon juice, and poppy seeds for a zesty flavor. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and yields approximately 12 balls, making it a great healthy desserts recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup shredded coconut for rolling
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, poppy seeds, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the almond butter, honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Form Balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Chill: Place the protein balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Serve: Enjoy the protein balls as a healthy snack or dessert. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling time)
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 balls
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
