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Protein & Fiber Energy Balls

July 27, 2016

It’s true — I talk about nutrition a lot. Like here, here, and here. What can I say? It’s an important topic! One of the more recent times I’ve gotten into nutrition was in my discussion of Bob’s Red Mill protein powders. I actually promised you a recipe in that post. Lucky you because today is that day, my friends. Today as part of the Running Coaches’ Corner linkup, I present to you a recipe for energy balls.

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A note about marathon fuel: if you’re new to the marathon (and half marathon) dance, it’s all about you. There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to fueling. What works well for one person will have disastrous consequences for the next. Make it your business to try different fuels during your training cycle. You’ll be glad you did.

Before you continue on, check out my post about Bob’s Red Mill protein powders and why they’re awesome.

Protein & Fiber Energy Balls | Running Coaches' Corner | Running on Happy

These are no ordinary energy balls. In fact, they’ll become my go-to fuel for my long runs during this marathon training cycle. They’re gluten-free, sugar-free, and dairy-free, which is phenomenal for my sensitivities — and probably for some of yours, too. Check it out:


Protein & Fiber Energy Balls

Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy-free

Ingredients
  • 1/2 C almonds, processed
  • 3 Tbsp Bob’s Red Mill Protein & Fiber Nutritional Booster
  • 1/4 C ground flaxseeds
  • 2-3 Tbsp honey
  • 1-2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 C raisins
Directions

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 30-40 minutes. Remove from the refrigerator and shape into 1″ balls. Store energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Keeps well up to two weeks.

If you plan on taking these out with you on the trail or the road, cut cling wrap into 4″ squares and wrap balls individually. Easy snack to grab and go!

Protein & Fiber Energy Balls | Running Coaches' Corner | Running on Happy


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I think you’ll really love these energy balls. The best part is they pack a nutritional punch. They’re easy to eat, easy to digest, and fun to make.

Be sure you have the ingredients for the recipe and enter to win some of your own!

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Too excited to wait to see if you’ve won? Click here to save $1 on your order from Bob’s Red Mill. Try Chai, Vanilla, Chocolate or Protein & Fiber. Yum!

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Giveaway details: Giveaway starts July 27, 2016 at 12:00 am EST and ends August 3, 2015 at 12:00 am EST. Winner will be notified by e-mail. Void where prohibited.

Also linking up with Nicole, Annmarie, Jen, and Michelle for Wild Workout Wednesday, and Running with SD Mom and Erica Finds for the giveaway roundup

This post is sponsored by Bob’s Red Mill. All recipes, content, and opinions are my own.

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44 Comments


Angela @ Happy Fit Mama
July 27, 2016 at 6:18 am
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I was so excited when I found out Bob’s was making a protein powder. I usually shy away from them but if it’s from Bob’s, it has to be good. And it is! This recipe is perfect for grab and go recovery from a hard run.



Susie @ Suzlyfe
July 27, 2016 at 7:05 am
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I love bob. He is a good man, and nutrition is too important not to trust good men!



    rfrutkin
    July 27, 2016 at 4:05 pm
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    He makes some good nutrition, that’s for sure.

Sarah @ BucketListTummy
July 27, 2016 at 7:15 am
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These sound so delicious! Love energy balls. I tried some Bob’s Red Mill samples through a campaign also – love the nutritional booster with chia seeds!



    rfrutkin
    July 27, 2016 at 4:05 pm
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    I’m a big fan of energy balls, too. They’re so good!

Kimberly Hatting
July 27, 2016 at 7:24 am
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These look yummy! Energy balls seem to be all the rage right now, and I am late to the party. Thanks for sharing!!



    rfrutkin
    July 27, 2016 at 4:05 pm
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    Never too late for some delicious energy balls. 🙂

Annmarie
July 27, 2016 at 7:24 am
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Love the flaxseeds in there- these look amazing!



    rfrutkin
    July 27, 2016 at 4:06 pm
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    Easy and nutritious 🙂

Janelle @ Run With No Regrets
July 27, 2016 at 7:31 am
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The protein and fiber or the chocolate powder sound good! I would have never thought these types of balls could be used to fuel a marathon! I may have to give it some thought since I’ll be training for my first!



    rfrutkin
    July 27, 2016 at 4:07 pm
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    It’s all very personal and a lot of trial and error. I do better with real food than with gels and chews. (Though I do love Honey Stingers and ProBar BOLT.) But anything over about 15 miles, I need some sustenance.

Amy Lauren
July 27, 2016 at 8:11 am
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I’d love to win and would try the vanilla flavor. I like that you made protein balls out of it.



    rfrutkin
    July 27, 2016 at 4:07 pm
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    Good luck!

Ellie
July 27, 2016 at 8:38 am
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I would love to try the chai flavor! That sounds delicious!



Georgiana
July 27, 2016 at 9:00 am
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Vanilla sounds yummy to me.



Jennifer
July 27, 2016 at 9:12 am
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I love Bob’s Red Mill but had no idea they made protein powder… will definitely like to try it!



    rfrutkin
    July 27, 2016 at 4:08 pm
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    Yep! And a whole bunch of other awesome stuff, too.

GiGi Eats
July 27, 2016 at 9:42 am
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Making my own balls is something I adore doing 😉 I tend to eat a lot of the “batter” when I do it though, hahaha!



    rfrutkin
    July 27, 2016 at 4:08 pm
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    I agree, I like making my own. They’re so fun to make and you can mix/match ingredients!

Mandi
July 27, 2016 at 9:54 am
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Vanilla!



Jill S.
July 27, 2016 at 10:09 am
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I would probably choose Chocolate. Thanks.



Nicole @ Fitful Focus
July 27, 2016 at 12:02 pm
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oooo yes! Can’t wait to make these!



    rfrutkin
    July 27, 2016 at 4:09 pm
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    =)

paige c
July 27, 2016 at 1:57 pm
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I would love to try the chai flavor!



Gabrielle Tietz
July 27, 2016 at 2:44 pm
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I would love to try the chocolate flavor!!



Caroline
July 27, 2016 at 8:29 pm
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Chai!



Jacky
July 27, 2016 at 10:15 pm
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I’d love to try the chocolate! Thanks for the chance!



Amanda C.
July 27, 2016 at 10:25 pm
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Your energy bites sound delicious and super easy to make – thanks so much for sharing! The chai protein powder sounds delicious. Thanks for the giveaway!



    rfrutkin
    July 28, 2016 at 8:52 am
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    So easy to make!

Laura @ This Runner's Recipes
July 27, 2016 at 10:30 pm
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These would make the perfect post run or hiking snack! I bet the vanilla flavor taste really good in energy balls.



    rfrutkin
    July 28, 2016 at 8:52 am
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    They are perfect for hiking! I’ve done that with them, too. 🙂

Debbie @ Coach Debbie Runs
July 28, 2016 at 2:38 am
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I love Bob’s Red Mill and I’m so happy they’re making a protein powder. I think it’s time I jump on the energy ball train. These look great!



    rfrutkin
    July 28, 2016 at 8:51 am
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    Energy balls are so good, Debbie. You’ll love them!

Renata
July 28, 2016 at 8:08 am
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I would love to try the vanilla flavor and make some fruit smoothies!



Sonya Sanderson
July 28, 2016 at 1:18 pm
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I would try vanilla.



Wehaf
July 28, 2016 at 3:45 pm
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I would choose the vanilla protein powder.



Ben T
July 28, 2016 at 4:30 pm
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Can’t go wrong with chocolate flavor



Amy B
July 28, 2016 at 10:14 pm
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I would love to try the protein and fiber!



Hannah
July 28, 2016 at 10:37 pm
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I love energy balls. And I’ve actually never tried an unflavored protein powder…seems like it would be a useful thing to have around!



    rfrutkin
    July 29, 2016 at 5:59 am
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    I love unflavored protein powder. It’s so easy to make new recipes when it’s not predetermined by chocolate, vanilla, etc.

Steph
July 29, 2016 at 8:25 am
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Chai is my fav!



Pat
July 29, 2016 at 10:04 pm
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I would choose the Protein and Fiber.



Amber Ludwig
July 30, 2016 at 8:30 pm
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Chai!! I adore Chai!!



Stephanie Grant
August 2, 2016 at 11:59 am
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I would choose the Chocolate flavor if I win.



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