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High protein, post-workout snack, energy boosting
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Protein Powder Ball (35 g) has 137 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.3 g of carbs, 11.2 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 73.5 mg of Phosphorus covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
137
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
12.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
11.2g
· 22% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 33% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 137 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.12 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 273 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
A Protein Powder Ball usually combines protein powder with ingredients such as oats, nut butter, dates, or another binder. Recipes and packaged products vary, so check the ingredient list if you need to know exactly what a particular ball contains.
Mix protein powder with a dry base such as oats and enough nut butter or another binder to form a workable dough. Roll it into balls and chill until firm; add the binder gradually so the mixture does not become overly sticky.
Usually, no: many Protein Powder Ball recipes are no-bake, so you mix, shape, and chill them. Some recipes do use an oven, so follow the specific instructions rather than assuming every protein powder or mixture is suitable for baking.
A Protein Powder Ball is often convenient after a workout as a snack. You can also eat one beforehand, but having it too close to exercise may feel uncomfortable for some people, so leave time to digest if that happens to you.
A Protein Powder Ball usually turns dry or crumbly when the mixture has too little binder or contains too much dry powder. Mix thoroughly, then add nut butter or another moist binder a little at a time until the mixture holds its shape.
Homemade Protein Powder Balls are best kept in a sealed container in the refrigerator, especially if they contain dairy or fresh ingredients. Packaged balls may have different storage instructions, so follow the directions on their packaging after opening.
Yes, Protein Powder Balls can be frozen in a sealed container. Separate them so they do not stick together, then thaw what you want to eat in the refrigerator. Avoid thawing and refreezing the same balls.
A Protein Powder Ball is generally a snack, not a complete meal. On its own, it may not provide the variety of foods and nutrients you would get from a meal, so pair it with other foods if you need something more substantial.
A Protein Powder Ball does not cause weight loss by itself. It can work as a filling snack, but recipes with nut butter or sweeteners can be energy-dense, so consider the portion and how it fits into your eating plan.
Homemade Protein Powder Balls keep best in a sealed container in the refrigerator and should be eaten while they still look and smell fresh. Their keeping time varies with the ingredients; recipes containing fresh fruit or dairy spoil sooner than drier mixtures.
Vitamins
B12
0.24µg · 10% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.45µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
74mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Calcium
63mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
23mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
112mg · 3% DV
Sodium
63mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 137 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Protein Powder Ball is a small, usually no-bake snack made by mixing protein powder with ingredients that help bind it, such as oats, nut butter or dried fruit. It is a modern fitness snack rather than a dish with a single regional origin, and recipes vary according to the protein powder and binder used.
The texture can be soft and chewy or slightly crumbly, with a sweet, concentrated flavour. It is commonly packed for a post-workout bite or an easy snack between meals, and pairs well with coffee or tea. It is protein-rich, providing 32 g per 100 g, though the overall balance depends on the other ingredients. For a lighter snack, keep the ball small and use less added sweetener in a homemade batch.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.