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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Balls

A stack of homemade peanut butter protein balls mixed with oats and mini chocolate chips sitting on a light plate.
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Make these simple, no-bake peanut butter protein balls for a quick, high-protein snack perfect for meal prep or on-the-go fuel.

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 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1–3 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)

Instructions

  1. Combine the rolled oats, protein powder, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, and salt in a medium bowl. Mix these dry ingredients well.
  2. Add the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture.
  3. 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 it holds together when pressed.
  4. If you are using chocolate chips, gently fold them into the dough now.
  5. Roll the mixture into small, uniform balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get about 15 to 20 balls.
  6. Place the peanut butter protein balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to let them firm up before serving.
  8. Store the finished energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

  • For a lower-carb version, substitute the honey/maple syrup with a keto-friendly liquid sweetener like monk fruit syrup.
  • If you prefer a different flavor, swap vanilla protein powder for chocolate protein powder.
  • If the dough is too sticky to roll, chill it in the refrigerator for an extra 15 minutes before forming the balls.
  • These are excellent for grab and go breakfast balls or quick protein snack fuel.

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