Easy High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
These fudgy, no-bake protein balls are the perfect healthy snack to keep you full and satisfied. Made with simple ingredients like rolled oats, peanut butter, and chocolate protein powder, they taste like cookie dough but pack a protein punch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (includes 30 minutes chilling)
- Yield: 16-18 balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (130g) creamy peanut butter (natural, no added sugar or oil)
- 1/3 cup (30g) chocolate protein powder (whey-based recommended)
- 3 tablespoons (60g) honey
- 2 tablespoons (10g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup (45g) dark chocolate chips (mini preferred)
- 1 tablespoon (10g) chia seeds (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, chia seeds, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir together until evenly distributed.
- Add the wet ingredients: Spoon the creamy peanut butter and honey into the bowl. If the peanut butter is too stiff, microwave it for 10 seconds to soften.
- Mix thoroughly: Stir everything together. It will look dry and crumbly at first. Keep pressing and folding with a spatula for about 2 minutes until the mixture holds together.
- Let it rest: Once evenly combined, let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the oats to absorb moisture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips: Add the dark chocolate chips and fold gently until evenly distributed. If too sticky, refrigerate for 10 minutes before rolling.
- Roll into balls: Lightly dampen your hands with water. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into smooth balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. You should get 16-18 balls.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Enjoy: Serve cold or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
For a smoother texture, pulse the rolled oats in a food processor before mixing. If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water or extra honey. If too wet, add a tablespoon of oats or more protein powder. The balls can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
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