What happens when you don't like the taste of your protein shake or you are sick of drinking protein shakes? Well, my husband (jeez I am married) disliked the taste of his protein powder and OF COURSE he got the 2 lb container. There is a ton of protein powder to go through and he can only gulp down so many shakes. So, in my attempt to go for wife of the year, I researched what you can incorporate protein powder in. I already tried adding it to brownies and making a banana protein bar but I wanted something different.
Then I found it
http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=57057The holy grail of recipes simple, does not even involve baking and I had everything in my pantry.
Awwwwwwwwwwwwww (my attempt at the noise of angels singing in happiness)
This recipe is so simple. All you need is
1 cup chocolate protein powder
1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup oat bran
Then mix everything together. This is a little tough because you are working with peanut butter. Then roll into balls. coat in protein powder which adds extra protein and makes the balls less sticky.
And Ta-Da
Peanut butter yumminess at 4 grams per ball or at least with my protein powder and peanut butter! The hubby is in love with these and I actually like them too!! It is the perfect energizing burst in the afternoon or a great way for me to get protein after a workout. Plus they don't taste good for you!
PS- these babies freeze great!
Hi there! This sounds great. I have two children (out of 6) who basically live off of peanut butter and honey. I worry about their lack of protein. I wonder, do you think this is safe for children to eat? (Ages 3 and 9 years.)
ReplyDeleteHello Super Mom--
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting!! I know many people who use these balls as an afternoon snack for their kids. I would ask your doctor about using protein powder with your 3 year old. Also, I would make sure to use a protein powder geared towards kids. Something like http://www.iherb.com/Pure-Kidz-Protein-Power-Vanilla-1-1-lb-500-g/17755#p=1&oos=0&disc=0&lc=en-US&w=kidz%20protein%20powder&rc=2327&sr=null&ic=1