Ingredients
Gather these simple ingredients to create a batch of Cinnamon Roll Protein Bites that will fill your home with warmth and your body with energy:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional, but recommended for a sweet treat)
Substitution tip: You can swap almond butter for peanut butter or any nut butter of your choice. For a nut-free version, sunflower seed butter works beautifully.
Instructions
Channel your inner chef and follow these simple steps to create these bites of joy:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Add the almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until everything is well incorporated. The mixture should be sticky and hold together when pressed.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips, if using. This step reminds me of adding chocolate sprinkles to my grandmother’s famous churros—a little indulgence is always welcome.
- Use a small cookie scoop or your hands to form the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the bites in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This is the perfect time to prepare a cup of coffee or tea and relax while your bites set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International