Gingerbread Protein Snacks
Delight in these wholesome Gingerbread Protein Snacks, a perfect blend of warm spices and protein-packed ingredients for a healthy, energizing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tbsp almond milk (as needed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, warm almond butter, molasses, and honey until smooth and slightly runny.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture along with vanilla extract and stir well to combine.
- Add almond milk one tablespoon at a time until mixture sticks together but is not too wet.
- Press the mixture firmly into a lined 8×8 inch pan or shape into small balls using your hands.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Cut into bars or enjoy the balls as protein snacks.
Notes
For extra crunch, add chopped nuts or seeds; store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.