“Protein balls are the snack I keep in the fridge at all times — they stop me from reaching for something I will regret, they taste genuinely good, and they take ten minutes to make. The kind of thing that sounds virtuous and actually is, without tasting like it.”
20 min
2
batch-cooking · dairy-free · egg-free · vegan · vegetarian
Muscle recovery · Blood sugar · Anti-inflammatory
Ingredients
- about 2/3 scoopVanilla protein
- 35 gAlmond flour
- 16 gPeanut paste
- 10 mlCoconut oil
- to tasteSugar substitute
Method
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the vanilla protein powder, almond flour, peanut paste, coconut oil, and sugar substitute.
- 2
Mix thoroughly with a spoon or your hands until the ingredients are fully incorporated and resemble a thick, moldable dough.
- 3
If the mixture is too dry to hold together, add water one teaspoon at a time, stirring well until you reach a consistency that holds its shape.
- 4
Scoop the mixture into balls approximately the size of a walnut (about 1 tablespoon each) and place on a plate or parchment paper.
- 5
Refrigerate for 30 minutes until the balls are firm and set.
Why this works — Mila's notes
VANILLA PROTEIN & MUSCLE PRESERVATION
Plant-based protein powders deliver amino acids to maintain lean muscle mass, which declines after 30. A 2-scoop serving provides 20–25g of protein, supporting satiety and stable blood sugar.
ALMOND FLOUR & MAGNESIUM
Almonds are rich in magnesium, often lacking in women 30+. This mineral improves sleep, stress resilience, and bone density. Almond flour's fat and fiber slow glucose absorption, preventing energy cr…
PEANUT PASTE & ARGININE
Peanuts contain L-arginine, an amino acid supporting nitric oxide production for cardiovascular and sexual health. Combined with vitamin E, this snack reduces inflammation, nourishes skin, and suppor…
