Description
These Easy No Bake Protein Balls are a delicious and convenient snack, packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butter, and chocolate chips. Perfect for meal prep, post-workout refueling, or a healthy on-the-go bite, they require no baking and come together in just minutes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips (mini or regular)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Protein
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate, as preferred)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chocolate chips, ground flaxseed, protein powder, and salt. Stir everything together to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the bowl with the dry mixture. Use a sturdy spoon or spatula to mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms. If the mixture feels too dry or crumbly, add a teaspoon of milk or water at a time until it holds together easily.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for about 20-30 minutes. This helps the dough firm up, making it easier to roll into balls.
- Shape Protein Balls: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place the finished balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate.
- Store and Enjoy: Protein balls can be enjoyed immediately, or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- You can swap peanut butter with any nut or seed butter to suit allergies or preferences.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup and plant-based protein powder.
- Customize with add-ins like chia seeds, dried fruit, or shredded coconut.
- If the mixture is too sticky, stir in additional oats; if too dry, add more honey or a splash of milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
