Description
These 15-Minute No-Bake Apple Protein Balls are the perfect combination of sweet, chewy, and crunchy—just like a caramel apple, but healthier! Made with simple ingredients like protein powder, oats, peanut butter, and fresh apple, they’re a satisfying, high-protein snack that’s ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup protein powder (Casein or plant protein works best for texture, but whey vanilla protein powder also does the job)
- ¾ cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup PB2
- 3–4 tablespoons maple syrup, honey, or another liquid sweetener
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup chopped peanuts
- ½ Granny Smith apple, diced small
- Optional applesauce, if the mixture feels too dry
- Pinch of salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Date syrup (for drizzling)
Instructions
1. Add the protein powder, oats, PB2, salt, and ground cinnamon to a large bowl. Stir well to combine.
2. Drizzle in the maple syrup or honey and creamy peanut butter. Stir until everything is evenly distributed.
3. Add the chopped peanuts and diced apple and stir again. If the mixture seems too dry, add a bit of applesauce until it comes together.
4. Roll the mixture into roughly 15 bite-sized protein balls or use a cookie scoop to shape them. Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
5. Place the protein balls in the fridge until they’re firm.
6. Before serving, drizzle each protein ball with a little bit of date syrup for that caramel apple flavor. Enjoy!
Notes
You can mix up a batch in just 15 minutes—no baking or cooking required.
If you’re craving a caramel apple but want something healthier, these will hit the spot.
Swap the peanuts for almonds or walnuts if desired.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Great for lunchboxes, gym snacks, or midday energy boosts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 95
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 8g