Description
These kid-friendly cranberry protein balls are a perfect snack for busy parents and picky eaters. They are quick to make, nutritious, and appealing to little ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored recommended)
- 1/4 cup nut butter (peanut butter or almond butter)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons water or milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Combine oats, dried cranberries, protein powder, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a large bowl.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly. The mixture should be sticky but firm enough to roll.
- If the mixture is too dry, add water or milk one tablespoon at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls.
- Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- You can substitute dried cranberries with other dried fruits like raisins or chopped apricots.
- Feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon or a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra nutrition.
- These are great for lunchboxes or as a quick after-school snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 80-100
- Sugar: 8-10g
- Sodium: 20-30mg
- Fat: 3-5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5-1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5-4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10-15g
- Fiber: 2-3g
- Protein: 3-5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg