Description
Looking for the best protein snack ideas? These protein date balls are quick, easy, and healthy perfect for on the go days or post gym fuel! Whether you need a simple no-bake treat or the best energy bite recipe, this is it. Great for kids, freezer friendly, and beginner approved. Save these easy date balls for your next meal prep session!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
Instructions
- Remove pits from the dates and soak in warm water for 10 minutes if needed.
- Add dates, oats, and nut butter to a food processor.
- Pulse until the mixture forms a sticky dough, scraping the sides as needed.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls with your hands.
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- If dates are already soft, you can skip soaking.
- Add-ins like chocolate chips or cinnamon can boost the flavor.
- These freeze well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg