Protein Balls Recipe

Nutrition is an important part of cancer treatment and recovery. We hope you enjoy this nutritious recipe from our Registered Dietitian. Cancer Partners of
Nebraska offers our patients individual nutrition sessions and group sessions. If interested, discuss options with your oncologist.

These Protein-Packed Energy Bites can be made with your favorite trail mix or dried fruit. This can be a quick and healthy snack, at any time of the day!

Ingredients

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/4 cup flaxseed meal
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• A pinch of sea salt
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, plus 2 tablespoons
• 1/4 cup honey or grade a maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup trail mix or dried fruit

Instructions

• In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the oats, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, cinnamon, salt, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla. Mix on low until well combined. Scrape the sides of the bowl as necessary.
• Stir in the trail mix or dried fruit.
• Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1-2 tablespoons per ball.
• Place in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Notes – Use your favorite trail mix or dried fruit. If you want the nuts to be smaller, you can chop the nuts in the trail mix before stirring the trail mix into the mixture. You can also freeze the energy balls for up to 3 months.