Easy Healthy Strawberry Protein Balls (2024)

FAQs

Can I eat protein balls everyday? ›

These 4-ingredient protein balls have about 128 calories so you should only eat 2 of these as part of a healthy amount of calories and fat. Keep in mind that you need to consider all the foods consumed in a day and keep it within the acceptable range for your height and weight.

Including a mix of nuts, fruits, or powders means your protein balls will be packed with a diverse range of flavours and nutrients that offer varying health benefits—making them a healthy snacking option, not just for you but for the whole family.

Trouble-shooting dry protein balls—Note that different protein powders will react differently when added to the mixture since some are drier than others. If the protein ball mixture becomes too dry, add a little nut milk.

As you're making these, if you find the protein balls aren't sticking together, it's likely because your dough doesn't have enough moisture. If it seems too dry, add in 1 tbsp of maple syrup or even almond milk at a time until the dough molds together better.

Delicious and healthy!

As an added bonus, there's 1 billion CFUs of probiotics per serving. Really awesome. The Chocolate Coconut Peanut Butter were my favorite flavor because the coconut and oats were a nice combo and the chocolate was super delicious. I didn't feel like I was eating protein at all!

They're not dairy-free (because of the whey protein) but it's a relatively small amount, and some of the balls do use non-dairy protein. They're obviously full of carbohydrates from healthy sources, but they're also a good source of protein and healthy fats (something a few of us could do with more of in our diets).

Protein balls (or bliss balls, if you prefer) are great on-the-go snack if you're trying to eat healthily or looking to lose weight. Filled with fiber-rich and protein-packed ingredients like oats, dates and nuts, they'll keep you fuller for longer – plus you don't need protein powder to make them.

Due to the natural high sugars in protein balls, they can also be consumed as a pre-workout snack around 30 minutes before exercise to give you that energy boost you need to really achieve your fitness goals.

They have very little sodium in them with only 9mg per 100g. This is a great option as we want to keep sodium below 120mg per 100g. These balls will also give your little ones a good amount of dietary fibre with 5.9g per serve (packet). This will help to keep little tummies happy and regular!

In addition to peanut butter's healthy fat profile, it is also rich in antioxidants like vitamin E, which can be included in a diet for chronic disease prevention. In addition, despite the calorie density of peanut butter, it may actually help you reach your weight-loss goals.

Do protein balls go bad? ›

Do they spoil? Will I get sick? We do not advise eating your protein bites after the recommended one week, but you won't get sick if you do. If bites are held outside of a refrigerated space (longer than 5 days) or hot warm temperatures for a prolonged period of time (48 hours) this can cause the bites to mold.

Eating too many protein balls in one sitting can lead to bloating, gas, and other digestive issues.In addition, consuming excessive amounts of protein can put a strain on your kidneys. Protein is broken down into waste products that the kidneys must filter out of the blood and excrete through urine.

Nutritional information

They're rich in protein and healthy fat, and they're calorie-dense. Two tablespoons, or 32 grams, of peanut butter gives you 7.2 grams of protein. Peanut butter also contains: fiber.

Pre-Gym: Have a protein ball or two right before your workout for an extra energy boost so you can go further and longer. Your body needs both carbohydrates and protein to have an effective workout. The carbohydrates in the peanut butter protein balls provide the energy your body needs to power through your training.

What if my protein balls are too wet? The mixture may be runny or wet if your nut butter has a lot of extra oil. But it's easy to firm them up with a little additional nut flour or cocoa powder.

It is safe to drink protein shakes every day, but be sure to obtain the majority of your protein and other foods from whole food sources. Without whole food sources, you'll be missing out on other valuable nutrients that are vital for health and supporting your workout performance and recovery.

Like the legumes from which it's made, pea protein contains all the essential amino acids but it is low in one called methionine. That means it should be used as only one of many different protein sources, not the major choice throughout the day.

Anywhere from 10% to 35% of your calories should come from protein. So if your needs are 2,000 calories, that's 200–700 calories from protein, or 50–175 grams. The recommended dietary allowance to prevent deficiency for an average sedentary adult is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight.

“When it comes to your body's daily function, it doesn't matter where you get your protein from,” Dr. Hunnes says. “But data show that eating fewer animal products and more plant-based proteins is associated with increased longevity and decreased morbidity.”