Cinnamon Roll Protein Balls – Low Carb
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder
- ¼ cup almond butter or peanut/cashew butter
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 2 tbsp powdered erythritol or allulose
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut for rolling
- Optional Mix-ins: 1–2 tbsp sugar-free chocolate chips 2 tbsp chopped pecans/walnuts, pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine almond flour, protein powder, sweetener, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add almond butter, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract; mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Fold in optional mix-ins if using.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls; chill 10–15 minutes if too sticky.
- Optionally, roll in shredded coconut, extra cinnamon, or powdered sweetener.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up; store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 1 week or freeze up to 2 months
Notes
If dough is crumbly, add a bit more almond butter or coconut oil.
Toast almond flour lightly for a richer flavor.
Lightly oil hands to prevent sticking while rolling.
Perfect for meal prep or portion-controlled snack packs.