Best No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Balls
Make these quick protein balls using simple ingredients for an easy grab and go snack. They are perfect for meal prep and provide a great pre workout boost.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons water (or more, as needed)
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, protein powder, and ground flaxseed in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add the peanut butter and honey or maple syrup to the dry ingredients.
- Mix everything together using a sturdy spoon or your hands until a thick dough forms.
- If the mixture seems too dry, add water one teaspoon at a time until the dough holds together when pressed.
- Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
- Roll the mixture into small, uniform balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the finished protein balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- If you prefer a chocolate flavor, substitute 1/4 cup of the protein powder with unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Store these healthy energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5mg