No-Bake Lemon Poppyseed Protein Balls Recipe
These No-Bake Lemon Poppyseed Protein Balls are a refreshing, healthy snack packed with vanilla protein powder, zesty lemon, and crunchy poppy seeds. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they require no cooking and can be prepared in minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 28 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 scoops vanilla bean protein powder (Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard recommended)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp lemon zest (finely grated from fresh lemon)
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/2 tbsp sweetener (Lakanto Monk Fruit suggested)
Wet Ingredients
- 6 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 6 tbsp water
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the protein powder, rolled oats, poppy seeds, sweetener, and lemon zest. Stir thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavors and textures in the mixture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the fresh lemon juice and water to the dry mixture. Stir continuously until a cohesive dough forms that is moist enough to hold together without being sticky.
- Shape the Mixture into Spheres: Using your hands, form the mixture into 28 evenly sized small spheres. If the mixture sticks to your hands, lightly coat them with water to facilitate shaping.
- Store the Lemon Poppy Seed Bites: Place the shaped balls into a Tupperware container with space around them to avoid sticking. Seal the container tightly and refrigerate to allow the protein balls to set and maintain freshness until ready to eat.
Notes
- Ensure lemon zest is finely grated for best flavor integration.
- You can swap sweetener to your preference but adjust quantity to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for better texture.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Great as a pre- or post-workout snack.
Keywords: No-Bake, Protein Balls, Lemon Poppyseed, Healthy Snack, Vegan Snack Option, Quick Energy, Pre-Workout, Post-Workout
