YES—these are a staple 💪🍫🥜 Easy, no-bake, and perfect for snacks or dessert.
No-Bake High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1/2 cup protein powder (chocolate or vanilla; whey or plant-based)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup rolled oats (quick or old-fashioned)
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional, extra fiber)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- Pinch of salt (if peanut butter isn’t salted)
Instructions
- Mix Base
In a large bowl, stir together peanut butter, honey, and vanilla until smooth. - Add Dry Ingredients
Mix in protein powder, oats, flax/chia, and salt until fully combined. - Fold in Chocolate
Stir in chocolate chips. - Chill
Refrigerate mixture for 15–20 minutes so it firms up. - Roll
Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray. - Store
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week
- Freeze for up to 3 months
Tips for Perfect Texture
- Too dry? Add 1–2 tbsp milk or almond milk
- Too sticky? Add more oats or protein powder
- Best protein powders: whey isolate or fine plant-based blends
Macros (approx., per ball – depends on protein powder)
- Calories: ~110
- Protein: 6–8g
- Sugar: Low–moderate
Flavor Variations
- 🍌 Add 1 tbsp powdered peanut butter (PB2) for extra protein
- 🥥 Roll in shredded coconut
- ☕ Add espresso powder for mocha energy bites
- 🌱 Vegan: use maple syrup + plant protein
If you want, I can dial this in for exact macros, keto, or no oats—just say the goal 😄
