Tasty Collagen Protein Energy Balls Recipes: Homemade & Easy

Vitauthority Collagen Peptides are a great addition to your wellness routine. It supports skin, joint, muscle, and digestive health with no hormones, antibiotics, or GMOs and offers an easy way to increase your collagen intake while supporting overall health and wellness.

Key Benefits of Vitauthority Collagen Proteins 

1. Enhanced Skin Health: Helps improve skin elasticity and hydration, reducing wrinkles and fine lines for youthful & vibrant skin.
2. Joint and Bone Support: Aids in maintaining cartilage integrity, reducing joint pain, and enhancing mobility.
3. Muscle Recovery and Growth: Supports muscle repair and growth, making it an excellent post-workout addition.
4. Gut Health: Promotes a healthy gut lining, aiding in digestion and overall gut health.

Related article: What are Collagen Peptides and Where Do They Come From?

Collagen protein energy balls are a tasty and easy way to get extra nutrients and help support healthy skin, hair, and nails by providing collagen.

1. Supports Skin, Hair, and Nail Health

Collagen is crucial for maintaining the health of your skin, hair, and nails.

2. Promotes Joint Health

Collagen helps keep your joints cushioned and moving smoothly. Eating collagen protein balls can help ease joint pain and support better joint function. 

3. Enhances Muscle Recovery

For those who exercise regularly, collagen protein balls serve as a great post-workout snack. Collagen helps repair and recover muscles so that you can recover faster after your workouts.

4. Boosts Energy Levels

Packed with healthy fats, proteins, and natural sweeteners, collagen protein balls provide a quick and sustained energy boost. They are perfect for a mid-afternoon snack or a pre-workout snack to keep you energized throughout the day.

SERVINGS: Makes approximately 22-24 protein balls. 

Ingredients:

• ½ cup oats
• 1 cup peanut butter
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• 2-3 scoops of collagen protein powder (for making around 22-24 protein balls)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup honey
• ¼ cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Mix peanut butter, oats, collagen protein powder, cocoa powder, honey, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until well blended.
2. Stir in mini chocolate chips
3. Form the mixture into small balls and set them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and enjoy!

SERVINGS: Makes approximately 18-22 protein balls.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour
• ½ cup grated coconut
• 2 scoops of collagen protein powder
• ¼ cup honey
• ¼ cup almond butter
• 1 tsp vanilla
• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Blend almond flour, grated coconut, collagen protein powder, and almond butter in a bowl.
2. Add honey, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract. Combine well.
3. Form the mixture into small balls and set them on a baking sheet.
4. Let them rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, and it’s ready to serve. Enjoy!

SERVINGS: Makes about 18-20 energy balls.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup cashews
• 1 cup grated coconut
• 1-2 scoops of collagen protein powder
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp matcha powder
• 1 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions: 

1. Grind the grated coconut and cashews in a food processor until finely crushed.
2. Add 1-2 scoops of collagen protein powder, matcha powder, honey, and coconut oil. Process until the mixture sticks together.
3. Form them into small balls and set them on baking paper.
4. Rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and enjoy!

SERVINGS: Makes approximately 12-15 protein balls.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 scoops collagen protein powder
• ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
• ¼ cup almond butter
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp honey or a low-carb sweetener

Instructions:

1. Stir the dry ingredients in a bowl, then mix in almond flour and collagen protein powder.
2. Add wet ingredients: Stir in almond butter, coconut oil, honey (or sweetener), and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Mix in the mini chocolate chips.
4. Shape Balls: Roll the mixture into small balls and set them on the baking sheet (paper).
5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Enjoy!
   

Customize Your Ingredients: 

Feel free to experiment with different ingredients to suit your preferences. Use dried fruits instead of nuts, or add superfoods like chia seeds or flaxseeds.

Store Properly:

To maintain freshness, keep your collagen protein balls in a sealed container in the fridge. They will last up to two weeks, making them a convenient snack option.

Make a Double Batch:

If you enjoy these snacks often, consider doubling the recipe to always have a healthy snack on hand.

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