I feel so sad when I hear people say they are skipping breakfast because they don't have time! There are so many easy, quick and delicious options - like these Oatmeal Protein Bliss Balls (no dates). They are made in one bowl from simple ingredients and they taste amazing.
I love a good oatmeal recipe. For more yummy oat based recipes try my 4 ingredient banana oatmeal cookies or my banana bread oatmeal bars.
Let's get into the recipe:
Why you'll love this recipe
- It is vegan and gluten free.
- No laundry list of ingredients here - this recipe is made with only 5 ingredients.
- It is easy to make and made in one bowl.
- It is the perfect grab and go vegan breakfast or snack.
- Thanks to the protein powder it is high in protein.
Ingredients
- oats
- protein powder
- chia seeds
- almond butter
- maple syrup
- chocolate
Substitutions
- almond butter - this can be subbed with any thick nut butter like peanut, sunbutter or cashew butter. If you use tahini you may need more oats or protein powder.
- maple syrup - honey or another liquid sweetener is a good sub here.
Storage instructions
These can be stored in your fridge in an airtight container for about 5 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
How do I make oatmeal bliss balls without dates?
- Add all ingredients to a bowl. Mix until combined.
- Form 8-10 balls on a plate by rolling dough into a ball with your hands.
- Store in the refrigerator in a sealed container or eat right away.
Equipment
I love my cuisinart food processor for this recipe.
Recipe FAQ
I have tried at least 10 different protein powders and my favorite is Sprout Living. I get the vanilla lucuma but all of the flavors are good! I love this one because it is a complete protein source with no fillers or gums. They also use things like real vanilla or cacao so the protein doesn’t taste like chemicals. Go here to purchase and use code avocadoskillet20 for 20% off!
Oats are naturally gluten free however they can be cross contaminated with gluten. If you have a serious problem with gluten you can buy certified gluten free oats.
Recipe Pro-Tips
If your mixture is too dry you can add additional almond butter or a splash of oil to help it blend.
If you are celiac make sure to buy certified gluten free oats.
Other healthy vegan breakfast and snack recipes
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oatmeal protein bliss balls (no dates)
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup protein powder I like sprout living, use code avocadoskillet20 for 20% off
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- ½ cup almond butter or sub another nut or seed butter, sun butter is a good option for those with nut allergies
- 2-4 tablespoon maple syrup adjust to your preference
- ½ cup chopped chocolate or chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl. Mix until combined.
- Form 8-10 balls on a plate by rolling dough into a ball with your hands.
- Store in the refrigerator in a sealed container or eat right away.
Leah Redmond says
These are SO easy to make and even more delicious! Highly recommend!
jenny says
These are amazing! They taste like oatmeal cookies and are an easy way to get your protein in.