Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Balls Recipe for Quick Healthy Snacks
Quick and fuss-free no-bake peanut butter protein balls packed with flavor and energy, perfect for anytime snacking or post-workout refuel.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (90g / 3.2 oz)
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter (128g / 4.5 oz)
- ¼ cup honey (85g / 3 oz)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 30g / 1 oz)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips (60g / 2.1 oz)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Measure out oats, peanut butter, honey, protein powder, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together peanut butter and honey until smooth and well blended. Warm peanut butter slightly if too stiff.
- Add protein powder and vanilla extract; stir thoroughly to combine.
- Gradually add rolled oats, folding them into the mixture until sticky but holds together. Add a teaspoon of water or more honey if too dry.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently to distribute evenly.
- Roll mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch diameter) using dampened hands or a cookie scoop.
- Place balls on a parchment-lined tray spaced apart.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Use creamy peanut butter for easier rolling. Chill mixture if too sticky before rolling. Adjust sweetness with honey. Vanilla protein powder recommended for best flavor. Can substitute honey with maple syrup for vegan option. Nut-free version possible with sunflower seed butter and allergen-free protein powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball (abou
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5.5
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