No Bake Healthy Gingerbread Protein Balls

• 2⅔ C Original Cheerios
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¾ tsp ground ginger
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ C 100% natural almond butter
• ¼ C applesauce
• 2 Tbsp molasses
• 1 Tbsp almond milk
• ¼ C Stevia
• 6 Tbsp vanilla protein powder*
• ½ C quick oats
• ¼ C Lily's white chocolate chips*

1. In a food processor or high speed blender, pulse the Cheerios until they resemble a fine flour. Blend in the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well mixed. Set aside.
2. Whisk together the almond butter, applesauce, molasses, and almond milk until well combined. Mix in the Stevia until smooth. Finally, mix in the protein powder until smooth.
3. Fold in the Cheerio mixture until well combined. Lastly, fold in the oats and chocolate chips. The dough will be thick and sticky.
4. Scoop and roll the dough into 1 tablespoon sized balls. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
   

*To make this recipe vegan, use your favorite vegan protein powder and chocolate chips.

Nutrition facts are a calculated estimate of one protein ball, including chocolate chips.