Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
These no-bake protein balls combine rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter for a quick, energizing snack that’s perfect for busy days or pre-workout fuel.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12-14 balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (125g) natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup (30g) chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey
- 1 tablespoon (12g) chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (30g) mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, chia seeds, and sea salt until evenly mixed.
- Add natural peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and stir until the mixture starts to come together and is thick and sticky.
- Fold in mini dark chocolate chips if using, gently to avoid melting.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to firm up.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15g) of the mixture and roll it between your palms into a ball. Place on a baking sheet or plate. Repeat until all mixture is used, making about 12–14 balls.
- Chill the protein balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set completely.
Notes
If the mixture is too dry, add a splash of milk (dairy or plant-based) one teaspoon at a time. If too sticky, add more oats or protein powder. Use natural peanut butter without added sugar or oils for best texture and flavor. Chill before rolling to reduce stickiness. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6.5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7.5
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