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Cinnamon Roll Protein Bites

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These Cinnamon Roll Protein Bites pack all the cozy, sweet-spiced flavor of a classic cinnamon roll into a quick, healthy, and portable snack. Perfect for busy days, post-workout fuel, or whenever you need an energizing treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup oat flour (120 g, or blend rolled oats to make your own)
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (60 g, plant-based or whey)
  • 1/2 cup almond butter (120 g, or sunflower seed butter for nut-free)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (60 ml)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons milk of choice (30–45 ml, dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar (for rolling/dusting, optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for rolling/dusting, optional)

Instructions

  1. If you don’t have oat flour, blend 1 cup rolled oats in a blender or food processor until fine and powdery.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together oat flour, vanilla protein powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Add almond butter, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract. Mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until combined. The mixture will look crumbly at first but will come together into a soft dough.
  4. Add milk of choice, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing after each addition, until the dough is soft and slightly sticky but not wet (usually 2 to 3 tablespoons).
  5. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll between your palms to form balls. You should get 14–16 bites. If the dough sticks, dampen your hands with water.
  6. Optional: In a small bowl, mix coconut sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Roll each bite in the mixture for a cinnamon roll finish.
  7. Place the bites on a lined baking sheet or plate and chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
  8. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

For gluten-free bites, use certified gluten-free oat flour and protein powder. For vegan, use plant-based protein, maple syrup, and non-dairy milk. Nut-free? Swap almond butter for sunflower seed butter. Adjust sweetness and cinnamon to taste. Bites are best chilled and keep well in the fridge or freezer.

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