Vegan Protein Balls (No-Bake Nutri-Balls)
These vegan protein balls, our Nutri-Balls, are built around a simple, adaptable base formula using Cacao Love, Nutriyum’s high-protein plant-based protein blend. They’re easy to make, need minimal equipment, and can be customised endlessly depending on what you have on hand.
Prefer gluten free? Swap in Surf’s Up, our gluten free protein oats, for a gluten free version with even more plant protein.
They’re perfect as an anytime energy snack, a lunchbox addition, or a healthier option to serve when entertaining. This recipe shows just how versatile our blends can be beyond smoothies and breakfast bowls.
Because they can be made ahead and finished with a simple cacao or coconut coating, or dipped in dark chocolate for a more indulgent touch, these no-bake protein balls are a no-fuss snack to have on hand when friends drop by. They’re a more nourishing alternative to traditional sweet treats, without compromising on flavour or enjoyment.
Why these vegan protein balls work
The base of these vegan protein balls is simple: any Nutriyum plant-based protein blend with nut butter and a small amount of water, blended into a thick, workable batter. Each blend brings together grains, seeds and plant-based protein in one, while the nut butter adds richness and helps everything bind naturally.
Use Cacao Love for a rich, chocolatey ball, or Surf’s Up for a gluten free version with even more plant protein.
Once you know the base formula, you can easily customise your vegan protein balls with extra seeds, crushed nuts or spices to suit your taste and texture.
Ingredients
Ingredients (Base Formula)
- 1 cup Nutriyum plant-based protein blend (Cacao Love or Surf’s Up)
- 1 large tablespoon nut butter of choice
- ± 1 tablespoon water
Optional add-ins:
Seeds, crushed nuts, coconut, spices or anything you enjoy.
For coating:
Raw cacao powder or desiccated coconut
(Optional: melted dark chocolate for dipping)
Method
- Measure out 1 cup of your Nutriyum blend (Cacao Love or Surf’s Up) and place it in a food processor, hand blender or manual food chopper fitted with an “S”-shaped blade.
- Add 1 large tablespoon of your nut butter of choice.
- Add about 1 tablespoon of water. Don’t add too much at once; you can always add more if needed.
- Blend until everything is well combined and forms a thick, cohesive batter.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
- Break off enough batter to roll a small ball, roughly 2.5–3 cm across, that fits comfortably in the palm of your hand.
- Roll the mixture between your palms until it forms a compact, round ball.
- Roll the ball in raw cacao powder or desiccated coconut until evenly coated.
- Repeat until all the mixture is used.
You should end up with around 20 vegan protein balls.
Tips & Variations
- Go gluten free: make them with Surf’s Up and a gluten free nut butter.
- More decadent: dip each ball in melted dark chocolate and let it set.
- Add texture: blend seeds, crushed nuts or extra spices into the base mixture.
- Get the texture right: adjust the water slightly until the batter holds its shape.
Once you know the base formula, get creative and make these vegan protein balls your own.
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Everyday Versatility with Our Plant-Based Protein Blends
These vegan protein balls show just how versatile Nutriyum plant-based protein blends can be. From breakfast bowls and smoothies to baking and simple snacks like this, Cacao Love and Surf’s Up make plant-based nutrition convenient, functional and easy to fit into your everyday life.