Description
These no-bake chocolate peanut butter protein balls are the perfect 5-minute snack for busy days. Made with simple ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips, they’re quick, easy, and delicious—ideal for meal prep, post-workout cravings, or a healthy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats (use gluten-free certified if needed)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (natural, well-stirred)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- Pinch of salt (if peanut butter is unsalted)
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, ground flaxseed, and a pinch of salt. Stir with a spatula to distribute evenly.
- Add the wet ingredients: Pour in the creamy peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup). Drizzle around for easier mixing. Ensure peanut butter is at room temperature.
- Mix until combined: Stir until the mixture comes together into a cohesive, slightly sticky dough. Press against the sides of the bowl if needed. This may take about a minute.
- Fold in the chocolate chips: Add the mini chocolate chips and fold gently until evenly distributed. If too dry, add a teaspoon of warm water or milk; if too sticky, add a tablespoon more oats.
- Chill the mixture: Refrigerate the bowl for 15-20 minutes to make rolling easier and less messy.
- Roll into balls: Using slightly damp hands, scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into smooth balls. You should get 12-14 balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Final chill: Refrigerate the rolled balls for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow them to set properly.
Notes
Use slightly damp hands to prevent sticking when rolling. For best texture, let the balls chill for a few hours or overnight. If mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of warm water; if too sticky, add more oats. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 7
Keywords: no-bake protein balls, chocolate peanut butter protein balls, healthy snack, 5-minute snack, meal prep snack, gluten-free snack, vegan option