Sweet Protein Oat Balls
Sweet, satisfying bite-sized oat balls packed with clean egg white protein and rich sunflower seed butter. Quick to mix and roll for a gluten-free and soy-free breakfast.
Prep
10 min
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Total
10 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Kelly + Lila
Kelly created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Combine 0.5 cup gluten-free oats, 2 tbsp egg white protein powder, 2 tbsp sunflower seed butter, and 2 tbsp dairy-free white chocolate chips in a medium mixing bowl.
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Stir the mixture thoroughly using a spatula…
Stir the mixture thoroughly using a spatula or spoon until a thick, cohesive dough forms. If the mixture feels slightly dry, add 1 tsp of warm water to help it bind.
Look for: a thick, cohesive dough forms
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Scoop and roll the dough into 4…
Scoop and roll the dough into 4 equal-sized balls using your hands.
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Serve immediately as 1 breakfast portion (4…
Serve immediately as 1 breakfast portion (4 balls total), paired with a cup of fresh berries or sliced apple for added hydration and micronutrients.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Store any extra rolled balls in an…
Store any extra rolled balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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