![]() ![]() Pumpkin puree – Pumpkin also has a lot of health benefits. Almond butter or cashew butter would both work great. Avoid peanut butter that has added sugar.įeel free to also use a different nut butter for this recipe. Peanut butter – Peanut butter is another fantastic source of protein. This vanilla protein powder is a great option to try. Try to find one that is gluten-free to keep this recipe gluten-free. This is especially so if you pick the right protein powder. Vanilla protein powder – Adding protein powder to this recipe really amps up the health benefits. They have a high amount of protein and healthy fats. ![]() Rolled oats – Rolled oats are one of the healthiest grains you can eat. Let’s learn a little bit more about each ingredient. The ingredients that make up these balls are all wholesome, healthy options. Therefore, it’s ok to have more than one! Having a little snack of two or three balls will easily still result in a treat that’s less than 300 calories.Īlso, these pumpkin protein balls are vegan and gluten-free. Each ball has only 73 calories and 3.6 grams of protein. Not only are they a great snack, but they are also very good for you. Putting all of these components together create a really delicious treat that you’ll be sure to enjoy. Plus, one other delicious ingredient – dark chocolate! These ones have the added flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg. They are a little bit different than some other protein balls. These pumpkin protein balls will hopefully do the trick. They’re a little spiced, high protein, vegan with the right chocolate chips, and gluten-free.Īre you looking for something different to satisfy your sweet tooth? Or simply looking for another option for a protein-filled snack? It’s a sweet, chocolatey, protein-filled treat you can make no matter the season. Really, these are perfect for anyone who needs a breakfast or snack to grab and go.These pumpkin protein balls are a perfect no-bake dessert or snack. (It’s a long story!) They feel like a snack and with the addition of protein power I can get some extra nutrients too. We affectionately refer to them as mommy balls. She shared this recipe with me for protein balls to help me boost the amount of protein I get, and to have something around that I can just pick up and eat when I walk by the fridge. ![]() I admit if eating doesn’t sound good, drinking is even harder. ![]() My sister always gives me a hard time about not eating and/or drinking protein shakes. It might sound like a great problem to have but I assure you – it’s not. As weird as this may sound, I also struggle with eating regularly in general.Īfter having my weight loss surgery, I also lost most of appetite. I’ve never really liked to eat breakfast so it’s a stretch for me to get anything in. In the chaos that has been our life lately, breakfast has been really hard for me to squeeze in. If you’re not on Instagram, don’t worry I’ll be posting pictures in the post Wednesday too. Make sure you’re following me on Instagram as I post pictures through the process. I have another batch of meals to prep this weekend so I’ll be taking you with from beginning to end. It’s part of my real food on a budget series and I have to tell you, this has been revolutionary for me. Speaking of which, I’ll be sharing a post next week to fill you in on freezer cooking. It’s been easy things that I can pull together fast or relying on meals I’ve prepped and stored in the freezer. I can’t believe how fast April is flying by! We’ve been busy and I have to say I haven’t been cooking a lot. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |