No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Balls: Quick, High-Protein Energy Bites
I am so glad you are here. You can make these satisfying, no-bake peanut butter protein balls in minutes for a perfect grab-and-go snack. They are packed with protein and oats, making them ideal for post-workout fuel or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 14 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1–3 tablespoons milk (as needed for texture)
Instructions
- Place the rolled oats, protein powder, ground flaxseed, and salt into a medium mixing bowl. Stir these dry ingredients together until they combine well.
- Add the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture.
- Mix everything together using a sturdy spoon or your hands until a thick, uniform dough forms. If the mixture seems too dry, add milk one tablespoon at a time until the dough holds together when pressed.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips, if you are using them.
- Roll the dough into small, uniform balls, about 1 inch in diameter. You should get about 12 to 15 energy bites.
- Place the finished protein balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill the peanut butter protein balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up before serving.
- Store your finished, satisfying healthy snacks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For a keto-friendly version, substitute the oats with almond flour and use a keto-approved sweetener instead of honey or maple syrup.
- If your peanut butter is very thick, you may need to add slightly more liquid to achieve a rollable consistency.
- These are excellent for post-workout fuel or as a quick protein treat during busy afternoons.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 80
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 0