Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
These no-bake protein balls combine creamy peanut butter, chewy oats, and chocolate protein powder for a quick, wholesome, and delicious snack perfect for on-the-go energy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20 balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (135g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup (125g) natural peanut butter
- ½ cup (45g) chocolate protein powder
- ¼ cup (85g) honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, ground flaxseed, and sea salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Add wet ingredients: Add natural peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mix. Blend with a spoon or spatula until the mixture starts to come together.
- Mix in chocolate chips: Fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Form the balls: Scoop about 1 ½ tablespoons (20g) of mixture and roll into balls using slightly damp hands to prevent sticking. Place on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Alternatively, freeze for 15 minutes if short on time.
- Store and enjoy: Transfer chilled balls to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Use room temperature peanut butter and honey for easier mixing. Wet your hands slightly when rolling to prevent sticking. Adjust oats or peanut butter if mixture is too sticky or dry. Chill time is important for firm texture. Optional add-ins include chia seeds, nuts, dried fruit, or espresso powder for flavor variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
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