No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Make these simple, no-bake protein balls using four main ingredients for a quick, high-protein snack perfect for meal prep or post-workout fuel.
- 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 protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (optional, for chocolate flavor)
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, protein powder, and sweetener in a medium bowl.
- If using cocoa powder, add it now.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly until a thick, uniform dough forms. If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water or milk 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
- Store these protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a lower sugar option, use sugar-free syrup instead of honey.
- You can substitute almond butter or sunflower seed butter for peanut butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 0