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High-Protein Pecan Pie Balls
These delicious high-protein pecan pie balls are a perfect healthy treat, combining crunchy pecans with protein-rich ingredients for a satisfying snack.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup pecans (toasted, finely chopped or pulsed)
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder (whey isolate, egg white, or plant-based)
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- 3 tbsp maple syrup (sugar-free)
- 2 tbsp coconut oil (melted) or nut butter (almond or pecan butter for creamier texture)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch salt
- 1-2 tbsp almond milk (only if needed to help the mixture bind)
- Extra chopped pecans or melted sugar-free dark chocolate (for optional coating or topping)
Instructions
- Toast the pecans in a dry skillet for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
- Mix chopped pecans, protein powder, almond flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until combined. Add almond milk if mixture is too dry.
- Roll about 1 tablespoon of dough into smooth balls.
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes until firm. Optional: roll in chopped pecans or dip in melted chocolate.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Notes
Chill the mixture well for easier shaping and enjoy a healthy, protein-packed treat.