Easy Rice Krispies Protein Balls Recipe
These Rice Krispies Protein Balls are a quick and nutritious no-bake snack combining the crunch of rice cereal with the protein boost from protein powder, bound together with creamy nut butter and natural sweetness from honey. Perfect for a healthy energy boost on the go.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup Protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavored recommended)
- 3/4 cup Nut butter (such as peanut butter or almond butter)
- 1/4 cup Honey
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice cereal, protein powder, nut butter, and honey. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly mixed and a sticky dough forms.
- Roll into Balls: Using your hands, scoop and roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place on a parchment-lined tray or plate. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute nut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- Adjust honey quantity to control sweetness and consistency.
- Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Optional: Add mix-ins like mini chocolate chips or dried fruit for variety.
Keywords: Rice Krispies, Protein Balls, No-Bake Snack, Healthy Snack, Protein Snack, Nut Butter, Honey
