You won’t believe how simple and delicious these keto vanilla protein balls are! I’ve been making them for months now, and they’ve become my go-to snack when I need something satisfying that won’t kick me out of ketosis.
These protein balls are perfect for anyone following a keto diet or just looking for a healthy treat.
The best thing about these protein balls is that they only need five ingredients – almond flour, peanut butter, allulose sweetener, salt, and cinnamon.
No complicated ingredients or hard to find items. Just basic keto-friendly ingredients that you might already have in your kitchen.
I particularly love making these on Sunday evenings to have ready made snacks throughout the week.
They’re great for taking to work, having after a workout, or enjoying with your afternoon coffee.
The combination of almond flour and peanut butter gives them a perfect protein boost that keeps you feeling full.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Perfect Macros: These protein balls have an ideal balance of fats and protein, with very low net carbs.
The almond flour and peanut butter provide healthy fats that will keep you in ketosis, while also giving you enough protein to help with muscle maintenance and satiety.
Great Pre Workout: The protein and healthy fats in these balls make them perfect for eating before a workout.
They provide sustained energy without causing blood sugar spikes, and the protein helps support your muscles during exercise.
No Artificial Ingredients: Unlike many store bought protein balls or snacks, these contain no artificial preservatives, flavors, or chemicals.
You know exactly what’s going into them because you’re making them yourself, and that’s a HUGE plus.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups Almond Flour (I recommend this one – amazon)
- 3/4 cup Peanut Butter
- 3 1/2 tablespoons Powdered Allulose Sweetener
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 3/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe:
Step 1
Add all the ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Mix them together until well combined. Chill in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.
Step 3
Roll the dough into 10-12 balls.
Step 4
Sprinkle with a bit of cinnamon on top.
Step 5
Enjoy these delicious keto protein balls!
💡Tips
1. Get The Right Almond Flour
For these protein balls, you want to use blanched almond flour, not almond meal. The difference might seem small, but it’s huge for the final texture.
Blanched almond flour is much finer and gives you that smooth, even texture in your protein balls.
Almond meal, which is grittier and includes the almond skins, will make your protein balls grainy and they won’t hold together as well.
Look for almond flour that feels really fine when you rub it between your fingers – if it feels coarse, it might not work as well.
2. Check Your Sweetener
Make sure you’re using powdered allulose, not granulated. Granulated sweetener won’t dissolve properly and will leave a grainy texture in your protein balls.
If you only have granulated allulose, you can blend it in a clean coffee grinder or high-speed blender until it becomes powdered. This extra step makes a big difference in the final texture.
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FAQ
1. Can I use a different nut butter instead of peanut butter?
Yes, you can definitely swap the peanut butter! Almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter all work great in this recipe. Just make sure you’re using a natural, unsweetened version to keep it keto friendly.
The texture might change slightly – almond butter tends to be a bit runnier than peanut butter, so you might need to add a little extra almond flour.
2. Can I use a different sweetener?
Yes, you can use other keto friendly sweeteners, but you’ll need to adjust the amounts. Monk fruit sweetener or erythritol can work, but make sure they’re powdered, not granulated.
Allulose is recommended because it doesn’t have a cooling effect like erythritol and doesn’t have a strong aftertaste like some other sweeteners.
3. Do I need to use blanched almond flour?
Yes, blanched almond flour works best for this recipe. Regular almond meal (which includes the skins) will make your protein balls grainy and darker in color. Blanched almond flour gives them a smoother texture and lighter appearance.
Keto Vanilla Protein Balls
Print RecipeIngredients
- 1 1/4 cups Almond Flour (I recommend this one – amazon)
- 3/4 cup Peanut Butter
- 3 1/2 tablespoons Powdered Allulose Sweetener
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 3/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
- Mix them together until well combined. Chill in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into 10-12 balls.
- Sprinkle with a bit of cinnamon on top.
- Enjoy these delicious keto protein balls!