Description
A delightful and healthy snack that packs a punch of energy and flavor, perfect for a quick pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup protein powder (chocolate or vanilla)
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, protein powder, dark chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. You may need to use your hands to ensure it’s evenly mixed and sticky.
- Scoop out small portions of the mixture (about a tablespoon each) and roll them into balls.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- Store the finished protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge. They will keep fresh for about a week.
Notes
For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or another nut/seed butter. You can add extras like chia seeds, flaxseeds, or dried fruit for additional flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg