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No-Bake Protein Balls

Easy 10-minute oatmeal energy bites packed with peanut butter, chocolate chips, and protein. The perfect meal prep snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

The Binder
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter natural drippy style works best
  • 0.33 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats old fashioned
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips mini semi-sweet
  • 2 tbsp flax seeds ground (optional)
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 scoop protein powder vanilla or chocolate (optional)

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Add the rolled oats, flax seeds, salt, and protein powder (if using). Stir until well combined.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
  4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
  5. Roll the mixture into 12-15 bite-sized balls using your hands.
  6. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water. If too wet, add more oats.