No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Make these no-bake protein balls for a quick, healthy snack. They use simple ingredients and are perfect for post-workout fuel or meal prep.
- 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
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for extra fiber)
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, protein powder, honey, and chia seeds (if using) in a medium bowl.
- Mix all ingredients together thoroughly until a uniform, slightly sticky dough forms. You may need to use your hands to fully incorporate everything.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized 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 help them firm up before serving.
Notes
- Store these homemade protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- If the mixture seems too dry, add a teaspoon of water or almond milk until it holds together.
- For a different flavor, substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 85
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 0
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