Description
Tasty Butterscotch Protein Balls are a delightful blend of flavor and nutrition, perfect for a quick energy boost or a satisfying snack. These bite-sized treats combine creamy peanut butter, rich butterscotch, and wholesome oats into easy-to-make protein-packed goodies. Enjoy them as pre-workout fuel, a midday pick-me-up, or guilt-free dessert that will leave your taste buds singing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on a clean countertop.
- In a large bowl, mix oats, protein powder, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until a thick paste forms.
- Gently fold in butterscotch chips until evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up the mixture.
- Roll the chilled mixture into uniform balls (about one tablespoon each).
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by substituting butterscotch chips with chocolate chips or adding nuts and dried fruits for extra flavor and crunch. For optimal texture, ensure to chill the mixture before rolling.