Making a batch of delicious and simple vegan protein balls is always a winning choice - future you is always thankful for a tasty treat like these.

These particular simple vegan protein balls are hot cross bun flavoured and are a great snack item to be enjoyed during Easter, or anytime of the year.

If you’re looking for vegan protein balls without dates then this may just be the recipe that you have been looking for.

I love hot cross buns, so incorporating some of those spices into a simple vegan protein ball just makes sense. In this recipe you will combine spices such as mixed spice, cinnamon and even ground cloves - this vegan protein ball recipe gives off some serious cosy Autumn vibes that I’m sure you’ve going to love.

These easy vegan protein balls take minimal effort to whip up, and includes a handful of staple pantry items that most vegans should have in their household.

With the addition of some vanilla protein powder, these simple vegan protein balls hit the spot when you’re looking for a bite-sized snack that is good for you also.

This particular recipe makes vegan protein balls without dates, but instead uses ingredients such as almonds, desiccated coconut and oats.

These easy vegan protein balls are:

• Low in ingredients

• High in protein

• Flourless

• Can be made in less than 5 minutes

These simple vegan protein balls will last up to a week in the fridge, or alternatively, 3 months in the freezer. I personally prefer storing these in the freezer as it helps keep the shape and they are a nice snack to grab out of the freezer when you are looking for something small.

So if you are looking for a tasty Easter snack this year, then you honestly need to try these delicious Hot Cross Bun Flavoured Vegan Protein Balls for yourself!

INGREDIENTS

Hot Cross Bun Flavoured Protein Balls - Simple Vegan Protein Balls

• 1/2 cup almonds⁠

• 1/2 cup rolled oats⁠

• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut⁠

• 1 tbsp mixed spice⁠

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon⁠

• 1/2 tsp ground cloves⁠

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder⁠

• 1/3 cup sultanas⁠

• 1/3 cup orange juice⁠

• 2 tbsp vegan butter, melted⁠

METHOD

• Place almonds, rolled oats, desiccated coconut, mixed spice, cinnamon, ground cloves and protein powder into a food processor and blend until texture is smooth.⁠

• Add in sultanas, orange juice and vegan butter. Blend again and the mixture comes together⁠

• Roll into desired sized balls. ⁠

• These simple vegan protein balls can be stored in an airtight container up to a week in the fridge, or up to 3 months in the freezer⁠