My Easy Keto Protein Balls are made in just a few minutes with a few simple ingredients you already have on hand. These low carb keto gluten-free cinnamon protein balls are an excellent dessert, snack, or grab-and-go breakfast for busy mornings.
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Hiya everyone! This is Lindsay again from over at That’s Low Carb and today we are bringing you a recipe for peanut butter protein balls I've been making these past couple of months for a quick on-the-go snack.
I have a hard time having enough time in the morning. I find myself running around the house every morning almost late for my spin class. Therefore a quick portable breakfast on the go is almost mandatory these days. These Cinnamon Protein Balls are perfect! They taste like cookie dough and mix up in minutes.
Ingredients Needed
If you make a lot of keto recipes you probably have all of these already!
- Peanut Butter - You can opt for any nut butter you would like. Peanut Butter is just what always have on hand in our home. Double-check that it's a keto peanut butter without added sugar. For a milder flavor to let the cinnamon really shine through sub in almond butter for the peanut butter.
- Almond Flour - We make our Keto Pancakes every single weekend so having almond flour stocked in the kitchen is a must.
- Powdered Erythritol - You can completely omit this and replace it with additional almond flour if you wish. I like just a tad bit of sweetness myself.
- Then just two spices - Cinnamon and Salt!
(Note: Scroll down to see the exact measurements you need for each ingredient)
How to Make Keto Protein Balls
Just a few ingredients whipped together and you'll be traveling along on the go with a few perfect energy and protein-packed low carb protein balls aka cinnamon bites. They are no bake, don't need a food processor, and also don't need hard-to-find keto maple syrup like many other recipes.
Once you stir everything together you want it to form a ball as you see below. Then, just form the dough into balls. That's it!
Variations & Flavors
The possibilities are endless with the simple combination of nut butter, almond flour, and sweetener. Want chocolate coconut protein balls? Mix in some cocoa powder and coconut. Apple spice balls? Mix in apple pie spice and maybe even a tiny bit of diced apple. Here are some of our favorite options:
Sugar Free Chocolate Protein Balls - replace a tablespoon of the almond flour with cocoa powder and/or mix in some sugar free chocolate chips.
Pumpkin Spice - replace the cinnamon with a pumpkin spice blend for a fall twist. Add in some vanilla extract to boost the flavor.
Coconut & Nuts - mix in some shredded unsweetened coconut and chopped nuts to turn these into keto energy balls.
Sunflower Seed Butter - for a nut-free option simply sub in sunflower seed butter and sunflower seed flour for the peanut butter and almond flour. Cashew butter can also work if you'd prefer to use that.
Tips
Now I find that the dough is just a tad soft if you use all-natural peanut butter. We use the peanut butter that has to be stirred every time to stir the oil back in. So depending on the type of peanut butter or nut butter you use you may have to chill the dough.
Allowing the dough to sit for 30 minutes I've found gives the almond flour enough time to 'soak' up the oils as well.
I've used almond butter before and it also worked wonderfully. If for any reason you find the dough to be too soft for your liking simply adding 2-3 Tablespoons of your favorite protein powder would be a lovely addition. Using peanut butter protein powder would really kick up the peanut flavor or choose a milder flavored vanilla whey protein or egg white protein powder.
And that is how these gluten free Cinnamon Roll Protein Bites have solved my hectic morning problem. One less thing to worry about and eating on the go. These are perfect for the morning and then I love to make a batch of our Low Carb Peanut Butter Balls or the Keto Peanut Butter Balls here at Joy Filled Eats for a nighttime treat. Welcome to an insight into my life. I love these types of recipes SO MUCH.
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Ingredients
- ¾ cup peanut butter
- 1 ¼ cups almond flour
- 3 tablespoon powdered erythritol
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a big bowl mix together all ingredients together.
- Roll into 12 bite-sized balls. If the batter is too sticky to roll chill it in the fridge for 30 minutes and try again. Sprinkle with a little bit of additional cinnamon, if desired.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
Nutrition
For some other easy snack ideas check out these posts here at Joy Filled Eats:
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Gina says
These are so delicious! Love how easily adaptable they are too with other nut butters. I've even switched up flours a little too. Great snack!
Shadi Hasanzadenemati says
It was so delicious! Thank you for this amazing recipe!
Raquel says
These are tasty as a mid-morning snacks! Great source of protein.
Greta says
Such a delicious and easy recipe! I'm on diet and was looking for some sweets and this going to be my winner, for suuure! Thank you for sharing it!
Cindy says
I r just started exploring energy balls (keto) and these were fabulous! Thanks for the great recipe.
Joanne says
I liked the healthy ingredients, and the taste. But the batter would not hold together even after refrigerating! I was unable to roll into balls. Very frustrating...I ended up putting batter in a pie tin and baking. Still quite crumby after they were cut into bars.
Taryn says
I'm sorry they didn't hold together for you. I'm not sure why that would happen. What type of peanut butter did you use? The amount of peanut butter vs almond flour should be fine to form a dough.
Joanne D'Egidio says
Forgot to mention that I used almond butter instead of peanut butter.
Taryn says
Well, that might have been the problem. Almond butter is drier than peanut butter. You can feel the difference on your tongue if you taste a bite of each one after the other.
Shannon says
Same! Making them right now and they're not holding together
Taryn says
If the batter gets too cold it crumbles. I will edit the post with more tips. If it's room temperature it can be sticky, but too cold it is crumbly. It should be chilled but not super cold.
Lil says
Great Protein Packed Snack!!
Heather says
I made these the other day and they are delicious. It is nice to be able to eat something that tastes so good and is healthier for you. Thank you for this wonderful recipe. They did not last long in my house.
Sheryl says
These look yummy! How many would you consider a serving?
Taryn says
2-3. The nutrition facts are for 1.
Nancy says
I bet those would be great dipped in dark chocolate to make Keto Buckeyes.
Taryn says
I have a recipe for those already 🙂 We call them peanut butter balls. joyfilledeats.com/healthy-peanut-butter-balls
Carrie says
I added a scoop of vanilla protein powder to thicken the recipe which is a suggestion I read in the article I believe & replaced the erythritol with honey. Delish!! The only thing I'd do differently next time is make it a DOUBLE batch 🙂
Felicia Higgins says
Love these—— can you freeze?
Taryn says
I think so but haven't tried. They are good in the fridge for weeks.
Deborah Morgan says
These are amazing.. I rolled them in swerve/ cinnamon for that donut texture effect. So thankful I found this recipe, love cinnamon and it's so good for you..
Katie says
How long should the finished product last in the fridge? I’m new to this kind of recipe.
Taryn says
At least 2 weeks. I think they could last 2-3 months if you don't eat them sooner!
Deborah says
How many carbs per ball approx?
Taryn says
There is a nutrition table at the bottom of the recipe. 3 net carbs.
Michele says
Can I use coconut flour instead of almond flour?
Taryn says
I'm not sure how these will taste with coconut flour. I'd suggest using sunflower seed flour instead of the almond flour.
Janet says
Pumpkin flour is great too.
Taryn says
I didn't know there was such a thing! I'll have to try some.
Faith says
Is it possible to use regular flour?
Taryn says
No, sorry. Raw white flour might not taste good and they wouldn't have nearly as much protein.
Kathy says
The mixture seems really dry- is this right??
Taryn says
No, there is enough peanut butter to moisten the almond flour. If it doesn't hold together in balls for you add a little more peanut butter or some melted coconut oil.
Kelli says
These are delish! Kinda remind me of no bake cookies from my past. Yum!!
Amanda says
I love these! So quick to put together and help keep hangry moments under control! I added a smidge of strawberry protein powder (it's what I had in the cupboard) and it gave them a kind of PB&J vibe! Thanks for the recipe!!
Suz Greer says
Thinking you could sub almond butter to get less peanut butter flavor?
Taryn says
Yes, any nut or seed butter should work. You may need to adjust the amount of almond flour to get the right consistency.