Pistachio Protein Balls
These delicious and nutritious pistachio protein balls are perfect for a quick snack or post-workout treat, combining the goodness of pistachios with protein power.
Ingredients
Base
- 1.5 cups oat flour (or finely blended oats)
- 1 scant cup pistachio-flavored protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 4 oz light cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons pistachio butter
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (for crunch inside)
- Optional extra chopped pistachios (or crushed pistachios) for coating (for rolling outside)
- Optional sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or a zero-calorie sweetener) (to taste)
Instructions
- Mix oat flour, protein powder, softened cream cheese, and pistachio butter until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in chopped pistachios, then chill in the freezer for 5 minutes or refrigerator for 10–15 minutes.
- Scoop and roll mixture into small balls, then coat with extra chopped pistachios if desired.
- Place the balls on a tray and chill in the freezer for 15–20 minutes or in the fridge for 30–45 minutes before serving.
Notes
Chill the mixture well for easier rolling and coating.