Vegan Almond Butter Protein Balls

Vegan Almond Butter Protein Balls are a quick and simple snack you’re gonig to love. Perfect to eat on the go, after a workout, or when you need a pick-me-up in between meals. These protein balls with almond butter come together in a snap with 6 ingredients.

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Almond Butter Protein Balls

I run a lot so I need something that’s small packed with protein and fat. I switch between these balls and black bean brownies. They’re sweet chocolatey and easy to pack. The great thing about this recipe is it comes together in less than 10 minutes. I add these to a container and bring a few with me after a long run.

Protein Balls with Almond Flour Main Ingredients Needed

These almond butter protein balls take 6 common pantry staples, they’re gluten-free, vegan, and if you follow a nutritarian diet there’s a simple swap out you can use.

• Shredded coconut – these are grated bits of coconut, you usually find them in long thin strands They are dried out but still retain some moisture.
• Almond butter – this will help bind themixture together and is a great source of protein and fat.
• Almond meal – you can make this or buy this. You can easily make a batch of almond meal by blending almonds in a food processor or high-speed blender.
• Maple syrup – if you are a nutritarian you’ll want to substitute this for some date paste.
• Cocoa powder – these protein balls taste better with the added cocoa powder. You can omit this ingredient if you want. I try to find fair-trade cocoa powder.
• Chia seeds – these help act as a binding agent. You’ll want to activate the chia seeds by soaking the 1 tablespoon of seeds in 2 tablespoons of water.

How to Make

For the full details how how to make, see the recipe card below. However, this recipe couldn’t be simpler.

Step 1

Activate the chia seeds. Combine 1 tablespoon of chia seeds to a small bowl and add 2 tablespoons of water. Set aside for a few minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, plant the almond butter and maple syrup in a medium bowl then add the activated chia seeds. Mix this all together well.

Step 3

Add the almond flour, cocoa powder, almond meal, and coconut minus 1 tablespoon of coconut for the end. Mix well. Roll out into 12 balls.

Step 4

With the reserved coconut lightly roll each ball in the shredded coconut.

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If you love this recipe you’ll probably love these too:

• Simple Vegan Granola Recipe
• Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding

How to Store Almond Butter Protein Balls

These almond butter protein balls probably won’t last long however, storing them is simple. Store them in a container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. If you want them to last longer, they’ll keep well in the freezer for up to 4 months.

These protein balls with almond butter come together in no time. They taste amazing and give you the perfect combination of carbs, fat, and protein. It’s a perfect after workout snack or in between meals. I love to make a double batch so they last the week.