• 500g flour 
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon 
• 75g butter, softened 
• 2 eggs 
• 2 egg yolks 
• 10g instant dry yeast 
• 10g salt 
• 75ml lukewarm milk (or water) 
• 50g candied mixed peel (optional)
   

Birthday cake tastes divine, and we’re constantly craving it. However, a birthday cake is not the healthiest to snack on (all the time) so we decided to prepare something a little different: introducing no-bake birthday cake protein bites. We combined the yummy and sweet flavors of vanilla birthday cake with healthier ingredients such as protein powder, coconut flour, and a low-calorie sweetener. Little did we know it would be a perfect match! You get the best of both worlds with these birthday cake energy balls. When we say they’re delightful–we’re being honest. Each bite welcomes a flood of memories reminding you of your childhood birthday parties and that birthday cake you loved so much. In addition to how delicious and nostalgic these no-bake birthday cake protein bites are, they’re incredibly simple to make, too. All you need is a little bit of time plus a handful of ingredients. First, prepare all of your ingredients and get your workstation ready. Grab your measuring cups and spoons. Next, place the protein powder, sweetener, coconut flour (or almond), coconut oil, and water in a medium-sized bowl. Stir with a wooden spoon until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too thick, you can add more water to the recipe one teaspoon at a time until it reaches the desired consistency. With a tablespoon, form balls from the birthday cake dough. Next, place the sprinkles on a plate, then roll each protein ball in the sprinkles until fully covered. Refrigerate the birthday cake protein bites until ready to eat. Enjoy!