8 NO-BAKE OATMEAL ENERGY BALLS - Delish Grandma's Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Are energy balls actually healthy? ›

Are Energy Balls Good For You? No bake energy balls are a perfect healthy snack, treat, and breakfast on the go. They are balanced with healthy fats, fiber, and protein.

Go one step further and mix oats with peanut or almond butter, yogurt, or chia seeds to get more protein in your diet. Think of it as a quick, easy way to fuel your body in the morning or before a workout and boost your nutrient intake.

If you have trouble getting the energy balls to hold together, I recommend adding in more peanut butter to make the mixture a bit more sticky. Or if you would rather, you can also just press the mixture into a square baking dish to make flat energy bars instead of round energy balls.

Method. Combine the oats, protein powder, flaxseed and cinnamon in a large bowl. Stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, nut butter, milk and chocolate chips. Stir well to combine the mixture, then, using damp hands, roll it into 15 balls (they should be about 30g each).

Pre-Gym: Have a protein ball or two right before your workout for an extra energy boost so you can go further and longer.

High-sugar toppings like chocolate, syrup, and dried fruit

As Best points out, "some of the worst ingredients that are mistakenly added to healthy overnight oat recipes include chocolate sauce, sugar, syrup, and dried fruit."

Steel-Cut Oats

Dietitians Say: These are your best bet if you're seeking the healthiest option. Steel-cut oats are processed the least of the three oat varieties, which means they're the most beneficial for blood sugar control.

When it comes to the two types you probably already have in your kitchen—rolled oats and quick oats—you can use them in recipes interchangeably. If you need quick oats, but only have rolled oats, just pulse the rolled oats a few times in the blender to get the textural effect your recipe needs.

High-protein desserts like cottage cheese ice cream, Greek yogurt bark, and honey-roasted nuts, can help satisfy your sweet tooth while providing your body with a good source of filling protein and other important nutrients. Try out one of these desserts the next time you're craving something sweet.

Protein balls (or bliss balls, if you prefer) are great on-the-go snack if you're trying to eat healthily or looking to lose weight.

Can I eat protein balls everyday? ›

These 4-ingredient protein balls have about 128 calories so you should only eat 2 of these as part of a healthy amount of calories and fat. Keep in mind that you need to consider all the foods consumed in a day and keep it within the acceptable range for your height and weight.

Peanut butter provides healthy fats, protein, and fiber. It's also rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, niacin, and magnesium. However, some brands have high amounts of sugar and other additives that can make them less healthy.

THEY'RE HIGH IN PROTEIN

Protein balls, as their name suggests, are a great source of protein. With the inclusion of protein powder plus other protein-rich ingredients such as nut butters, nuts, seeds and a variety of other ingredients, protein balls make for a great protein-packed snack and delicious treat.

Protein balls (or bliss balls, if you prefer) are great on-the-go snack if you're trying to eat healthily or looking to lose weight. Filled with fiber-rich and protein-packed ingredients like oats, dates and nuts, they'll keep you fuller for longer – plus you don't need protein powder to make them.

Put together with the other ingredients, our Peanut Protein Ball gives you a whopping 8.3g of protein and is packed with heart-healthy unsaturated fats.

Energy Bites Contain NO Refined Sugar & Lots of Nutrient Packed Ingredients. The best part about Energy Bites? There is absolutely no refined sugar!