Funfetti Protein Bites

No-Bake Snack

I am always looking for ways to add extra protein in my diet. This no-bake funfetti protein bites are the perfect way to do so. They are dairy-free, can be nut-free, and take 5 minutes to make.

I always prep these in the beginning of the week. They are super easy and convenient to grab when you are in a rush. I eat these as a snack, breakfast, or dessert.

I love that not only do these bites have protein, but also healthy fats. This combination will help keep you fuller for longer. These bites also only have ¼ cup of added sugar. So, within each bite there is very little sugar. If you want to omit the sugar completely you can also do that.

When picking a protein powder, I always try to use one with simple ingredients. If you are someone who finds that when consuming protein powder it makes you feel sick, try finding one with simpler ingredients. It’s really important to check the ingredients list of protein powder as so many brands add tons of unhealthy ingredients that can also affect your gut health.

There are countless different combinations you can make with the base of this recipe. Some of my favorites include:

Cinnamon sugar: use all the same ingredients except the sprinkles. Add in ½ teaspoon of cinnamon and coat them in a cinnamon sugar mixture.

Macadamia white chocolate: use all the same ingredients except the sprinkles. Fold in chopped macadamia nuts and white chocolate chips.

Double chocolate cookie dough: switch the vanilla protein for chocolate protein powder. Replace the sprinkles with chocolate chips.

PB&J: use peanut butter instead of almond butter. Replace the sprinkles with blueberries or fruit of choice.

Almond butter: any nut or seed butter will work (cashew, sunflower, peanut, etc.) Make sure whichever you choose to use is creamy and not super thick.

Sugar: you can use any sugar of your choice. Make sure to use GRANLUATED sugar (brown, white, etc.) Liquid sweetener will NOT work.

Protein powder: any protein powder will work. I used a plant-based vanilla one and would recommend using vanilla.

Sprinkles: any sprinkles will work. If you don’t want the sprinkles, you can also omit them and add something else or leave as is.

 Ingredients:

• Almond butter

• Applesauce

• Sugar

• Protein powder

• Sprinkles

Recipe:

• 1/3 cup almond butter

• ½ cup applesauce

• ¼ cup sugar

• ¾ cup protein powder

• 1/3 cup sprinkles

Directions:

1.    In a bowl combine the almond butter, applesauce, and sugar.

2.    Add in the protein powder.

3.    Stir until a dough is formed.

4.    Fold in the sprinkles.

5.    Use a tablespoon measuring spoon to scoop the dough.

6.    Repeat and roll each into balls.

Store these in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last up to 5 days in the refrigerator. If you want them to last longer, store them in the freezer. Allow to thaw for 10 minutes before eating.

If you try this recipe, please let me know your thoughts. I’d love to hear.