We all love to eat cookie dough, right? How about other not so good for you treats that are bringing you down as you work on eating better, cleaner, healthier? Now what if you could change things up and eat a snack that is not only good for you, it gives you energy too?!
For our family we LOVE these No Bake Energy Balls – and Gradie absolutely loves saying, “Mama, can I have some balls to eat?” We love that they’re better for her then all the junk she usually wants to eat, and being a picky toddler, they give her needed protein to fuel her little, very active, body.
Did I mention that they are made with just THREE ingredients? That’s it, protein powder, honey (or maple syrup) and peanut butter. I should also mention how easy it is to make, simply take the 3 ingredients, mix it all up and you’re done!
However, Gradie sometimes needs a little encouragement to get her to eat, so I thought taking a couple pieces of colorful cereal, crushing them, and simply rolling the energy ball in it gives her that little push she needs to grab these energy packed balls as her go to snack.
There are a lot of ways you can add in fun taste variations, including adding in oats, chocolate chips and crushed cheerios.
Now let’s get you that recipe, I am excited to hear back from you what you think and what taste additions you chose to add.
3 Ingredient NO BAKE Energy Balls
Ingredients
- 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
- 2 tbs Honey or Maple Syrup
- 2 tbs Peanut Butter (natural, no salt, sugar)
Directions
- Put the protein powder into a bowl first, then add in the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup).
- Stir all ingredients until well mixed.
- Add in additional ingredients (discussed above, optional).
- Shape the mixture into balls and serve.
We have kept our uneaten balls in the refrigerator for a couple days, but they’re usually all eaten shortly after being made.
Awesome, always looking for healthy snacks and love that I get extra protein during the day with this one. I would definitely be putting chocolate chips in mine.
Do you think liquid Stevia or another sweetener would work to make these sugar free?
I want to try this soon! I have so much protein powder, that I’m not using, and this sounds yummy – and healthy!
I see how kids would like it. Heck, it even sounds good to me.
These snacks look great and healthy
These sound pretty good. I usually just eat my peanut butter with a spoon.
These sounds super yummy and easy! Pinning to try!
I love stuff for my whole family.
So easy and simple! Thank you!
How easy is that?! These look tasty, healthy and so simple to make. What more could I ask for?! 🙂
Thanks for the great idea!
I like this idea a lot, I like that you can roll the finished product in things too, I’m already thinking of rolling them in granola, nuts, coconut, etc.
I love this idea. maybe I can get the kids to eat them
Yum going to try this when I get home!
I’d like to crush some peanuts and coat them in that. Great quick and easy recipe. Thanks.
I pinned this recipe to my snack board. It sounds really easy and tasty. Thanks
Such an awesome snack and so easy to make. It would be perfect recipe for the kids to make. Shape them like an egg and add colorful sprinkles and the would be great Easter treat.
I’ve never heard of cooking with protein powder – is that a big thing in the States? I wouldn’t even know where to get my hands on some!
I see how kids would like it. Heck, it even sounds good to me.
This looks like a great spring combination craft and recipe. I cannot wait to start making this for my nephew and niece.
I work a lot on third shift and often need anything that can give me energy! This sounds like a yummy pick me up for that 3 am half mark!
These balls look good !! Can’t believe they give you energy and are actually good for you ! I will try them and see
These sound really interesting. I think I will have to give it a try
I like its easy.
These are so simple and my picky son would actually eat these since he doesn’t like to eat foods with too many ingredients. I’m still hoping it’s only a stage because he’s hard to cook for. Definitely will be trying these out!
I didn’t realize you could do other things with protein powder, other than making smoothies – these look good!
yummy! love no bake recipes! they taste just as delicious and done in minutes!
They look so good and healthy
I love that these treat are healthy, delicious, easy and no-bake!
I love how easy these are to make and the high protein to keep kids full longer at snack time!
These look so good. So easy to make and great for a quick pick me up!
you had me at “no bake”!!
i gotta sweet tooth & i am going to try this as a healthier way to satisfy it
These look great. I am definitely going to be making these. Thanks for sharing.
What a great idea–and so simple! Thanks!
that sound so good you guy are busy moms and come up with some good dea and then i like the way you can add what you want to
I make something similar and add flax seeds for some fiber.
What an awesome idea! My kids will love it, thanks for the recipe!
I saved this recipe! I love energy balls. Just what is needed in the middle of the day when your energy dips. I have made others before but, it’s nice to have different recipes.
Now that is a snack that I am talking about!
I am liking how easy this energy ball recipe is, I think I am going to make some tonight and see how everyone enjoys them at the parade tomorrow ,, Thanks
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Love the idea of a ‘cake pop’…
Thanks for sharing 🙂 Love new recipes
These look easy and tasty too!
How easy and versatile. I need to get some vanilla protein powder so I can make these asap.
I love the fact that these Energy Balls are no bake. I don’t have to heat up the oven and I have something tasty for a quick snack.
These sound delicious and SO easy to make! I love that you can customize them by rolling them in your favorite topping! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
When I was in school we used cocopowder and powered-milk peanut butter n honey rice crispys same concept yum yum y kids still make em’ 17,19,22yrs later I must of done some thin’ right LOL
They sound good and healthy to I’ll try them.
I love this recipe; only three ingredients. I would roll them in cereal or carob chips. yummy!
Yum! I love that these will provide me with some energy while being yummy 🙂
This looks amazing! Something that I can do with my kids too!
We are looking for snacks that are easy to transport and everyone actually wants to eat. Thank you.