If you’re craving a sweet treat that won’t send your blood sugar on a roller coaster ride, these Cinnamon Roll Protein Bites are the perfect diabetes‑friendly dessert or snack to keep on hand. They deliver all of the cozy cinnamon‑swirl flavor you love, but in a gluten‑free, no‑bake bite made with simple, nourishing ingredients. Each bite is packed with protein and fiber to support steady energy and blood sugar stability, making them a smart option for busy days, lunchboxes, or a quick after‑dinner treat. Whether you need a wholesome snack or a better‑for‑you dessert, these cinnamon roll bites hit that sweet spot without the crash.
Ingredients:
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• ¼ cup vanilla protein powder
• 1 tbsp coconut flour
• 1/4 cup rolled oats (gluten-free)
• 2 oz cream cheese, softened (I used light)
• 3/4 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp maple syrup or sugar‑free syrup
Instructions:
1. Mix everything in a bowl.
2. Form dough.
3. Roll into 10–12 bites.
4. Chill 20 minutes.
Tip: The bites can be made lower carb by replacing the oats with an extra scoop of protein powder.
Nutrition facts (per 4 balls, using sugar-free syrup): Calories: 175, Total fat: 9gm, Saturated fat: 3gm, Sodium: 150mg, Total carbs: 12gm, Sugar: 2gm, Fiber: 3gm, Protein: 13gm.
Nutrition facts (per 4 balls using protein powder instead of oats): Calories: 190, Total fat: 9gm, Saturated fat: 3gm, Sodium: 188mg, Total carbs: 7.5gm, Fiber: 2.2gm, Sugar: 2gm, Protein: 20gm.
