No Bake Protein Balls Recipe
These No Bake Protein Balls are a quick, easy, and nutritious snack made with creamy peanut butter, honey, oats, and protein powder. Perfect for a boost of energy any time of day, they combine wholesome ingredients with mini chocolate chips for a touch of sweetness, all without turning on the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 20 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups no stir creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 1/3 cups old fashioned oats (rolled oats)
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the no stir creamy peanut butter, honey, rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, salt, and mini dark chocolate chips. Use a rubber spatula to mix everything until the batter is fully combined.
- Scoop the Mixture: Use a mini cookie scoop or spoon to drop the mixture onto a cookie sheet lined with wax paper. Aim for approximately 1-inch sized portions to ensure even sizing.
- Form Balls: Roll each portion with your hands to create smooth, round energy balls for a neat and uniform shape.
- Chill to Set: Place the cookie sheet in the fridge and chill the energy balls for about 1 hour, or until they have hardened and set properly.
- Store Properly: Once set, transfer the protein balls to a Ziploc bag. Store them in the fridge for up to one week or freeze them for 2-3 months for longer storage.
- Enjoy: These protein balls make a fantastic convenient snack anytime you need an energy boost. For more variety, check out the Energy Bites Cookbook featuring this recipe plus over 20 other delicious flavors.
Notes
- Use no-stir peanut butter to ensure easy mixing without separation.
- Rolling the balls tightly helps them hold their shape better.
- Refrigeration is key to firming up the protein balls without baking.
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup or agave for a vegan option.
- Add-ins like chopped nuts or dried fruit can be included for extra texture.
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