Description
Zesty no bake lemon blueberry protein bites bring summer’s sweetness to healthy snacking. Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with tangy-sweet flavor, these quick treats will energize your day with delightful protein-rich goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Binding Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chia seeds
Base and Texture Ingredients:
- 1 cup (90 grams) rolled oats
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) dried blueberries
- 1 tablespoon (8 grams) shredded coconut
Flavor and Spice Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend the dry components including rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, dehydrated blueberries, citrus zest, optional cinnamon, chia seeds, and shredded coconut until uniformly distributed.
- Integrate almond butter and liquid sweetener into the dry mixture, kneading with hands or a robust utensil until the constituents adhere cohesively and maintain structural integrity when compressed.
- Craft compact spherical morsels approximately one inch in diameter, utilizing approximately a tablespoon of mixture per bite. If experiencing excessive tackiness, briefly chill the mixture for 10-15 minutes or delicately moisten hands to minimize adhesion.
- Arrange the protein orbs on a parchment-lined surface, positioning them with minimal contact between each bite. Refrigerate for a minimum of 10 minutes to solidify their structure.
- Transition the chilled protein bites into a sealed container, preserving their freshness. Refrigerate up to seven days or freeze for extended preservation of up to three months. Perfect for rapid nourishment, mobile breakfast, or post-exercise replenishment.
Notes
- Swap protein powder for vegan or plant-based alternatives to make the recipe completely dairy-free and suitable for different dietary needs.
- Add extra crunch by mixing in chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts for increased texture and healthy fat content.
- Control stickiness by adjusting almond butter or honey amounts – slightly less liquid creates firmer protein bites that hold shape better.
- Try different dried fruits like cranberries or chopped dried apricots to create unique flavor variations and keep the recipe exciting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg