With only 6 ingredients, this wholesome recipe for vegan hemp heart protein balls is so easy to prepare. And to make it even better, there’s no baking required! The combination of crunchy hemp hearts, chewy oats, natural sweetener, vegan protein powder and earthy spices makes these raw snacks not only healthy, but also rich in flavour and satisfying.
Energy bites are an absolute lifesaver sometimes. When you’re on a plant-based diet, you’re often looking for ways to include extra protein in your diet. Hemp hearts are a great option to include in your diet since they’re so high in protein, with about 10g in 2 tablespoons. Hemp hearts have a delicious slightly nutty taste and a soft, crunchy texture. These tiny little superseeds are also rich in omega 3 oils and magnesium, which make them a nutritious addition to any diet. They can easily be incorporated into just about any snack or meal; sprinkle them on salads or rice bowls, mix into oats, granola, or yogurt, add them to baked goods, or make them the star ingredient, like in these hemp heart protein balls.
These nut-free treats make for the perfect snack for school lunches, and they’re great as a healthy pre-workout snack for myself – or anytime snack for that matter. This recipe proves that looks can be deceiving – these protein balls may be small, but they are so rich that even one or two go a long way. Word to wise, these won’t last very long. My suggestion is to double or triple the batch so you can store some in the freezer for a quick and easy on-the-go snack for you and the kids.
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I love protein balls and these look really delicious! Lots of wholesome and healthy ingredients and a quick recipe as well. I will definitely being making these.
These look like some really tasty treats – the fact that they’re healthy is a total bonus for sure!!
I just made a bunch of energy bites using my protein powder. These would have great benefits too. My son has digestive issues and so using chia seeds in them too helps him
Protein balls are wonderful! I always keep a stash in the freezer .. they’re such a healthy treat when I need a pick me up. Loving your version with all natural ingredients and a little taste of chocolate. Can’t wait to give them a try!
These look pretty easy to make. I’m not a big fan of oats thought but I think my sister in law would like these. She loves being healthy and finding new recipes. I am going to have to pass this one along to her for sure! I’m positive she will enjoy these!!
I have made a bunch of different kinds of protein balls. Thanks for this new recipe for me to try. I bet these would be great for anyone on-the-go.
This sounds like it would be a great snack to have on hand. It would be fabulous to snack on after a workout, during the day or as an after school for the kids. I also like that they are simple to make and that you can switch up the flavours by adding other ingredients to this recipe.
What a great recipe. I would love to try this recipe. I have tried other protein balls but not with Hemp. Will need to add this to my recipe book .
These look and sound so easy to make, not to mention they look delicious! I would definitely want to try these although I’ve never hear if he’ll hearts or even know if my Walmart carries it.
We had these before, and my daughter and her friends at college enjoyed them. Recipe looks quick and easy to make. I’ll pass this recipe on to her, should she want to make them for them!
These really do look delicious. The recipe looks so simple to make too. Who couldnt use more energy? I will be trying this recipe.