Description
High-Protein Pecan Pie Balls are a delicious and healthy treat that combines the rich flavors of pecan pie with the benefits of high protein, making them a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, combine the pecans and pulse until finely chopped.
- Add the protein powder, maple syrup, almond butter, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor.
- Blend until the mixture is well combined and sticky.
- Form the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let them cool before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- These can be frozen for longer storage.
- Feel free to add chocolate chips or dried fruit for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: High-Protein, Pecan Pie, Balls, Guilt-Free, Dessert