No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Make these simple, no-bake protein balls using oats and peanut butter for a quick, high-protein snack.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 12 servings
- 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 chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-4 tablespoons water or milk (as needed)
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, protein powder, flaxseed, sweetener, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly until a thick, uniform dough forms. If the mixture is too dry, add water or milk one tablespoon at a time until it holds together.
- Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the finished 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 different flavor, substitute almond butter for peanut butter.
- Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- If you prefer a sweeter treat, add 2 tablespoons of mini chocolate chips to the mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 0