A little Sunday snack idea 🍫

Published 8 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader

Welcome to The Sunday Spoonful 🥄

Every (or almost every) Sunday, I’ll be popping into your inbox with a recipe I think is worth making, whether it’s something brand new or an old favorite you may have missed.

And I thought these Nut-Free Protein Balls were the perfect place to start.

I’ve had so many requests for snack recipes made without nuts. Maybe it’s because of a nut allergy, a nut-free school policy, or you simply don’t love peanut butter.

One of my favorite parts of being a dietitian is figuring out how to adapt recipes for different needs, without making them feel like the “alternative” version.

And even if you have absolutely no reason to avoid nuts, these are still really delicious.

🥣 THIS WEEK'S RECIPE

Nut Free Protein Balls

These little no-bake bites are made with oat flour, hemp seeds, sunflower seed butter, maple syrup and dark chocolate.

A few reasons I love them:

No baking required
Nut-free as written
No protein powder
A source of both protein and fiber
Really easy to make ahead for snacks during the week

And obviously, the little dark chocolate coating doesn’t hurt. 😋

A quick allergy note: This recipe is nut-free as written, but if you’re making it for someone with a nut allergy or for a nut-free school, always check the labels on every ingredient for allergen and cross-contact information, and follow your school’s individual allergy policy.

🌱3.5 grams

of fiber

60 ⏰

Minutes

💪🏻 4 grams

of protein

👉🏻 Get the recipe

🛒 psst...this is the sunflower seed butter I use

It's a handy option if you’re looking for a nut-free alternative to peanut butter -> shop it here

P.S. If there’s a particular type of recipe you’d love to see me make next, just reply and tell me. I’m always looking for ideas.

Have a lovely Sunday, I hope your week is full of good food and good rest 🤍

Maria xo

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