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chocolate peanut butter protein balls

Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

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Fudgy, no-bake chocolate peanut butter protein balls made with oats, protein powder, and chia seeds. A healthy 10-minute snack that tastes like dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 14 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats Use gluten-free if needed
  • ½ cup creamy natural peanut butter Stir well before measuring
  • ½ cup chocolate protein powder Whey or plant-based
  • ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup Adjust for sweetness
  • 2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder For rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds Optional for texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips Or cacao nibs
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt To balance sweetness
  • 1-2 tablespoon water Only if mixture is too dry

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl Large size
  • 1 Spatula Silicone works best
  • 1 Baking sheet For chilling
  • 1 Measuring cups Standard set

Method
 

  1. Whisk the rolled oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, chia seeds, and sea salt together in a large mixing bowl.
    mixing dry ingredients for protein balls
  2. Pour the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract over the dry mixture.
  3. Stir firmly with a spatula or use your hands to mix until a sticky, uniform dough forms.
    mixing chocolate peanut butter protein dough
  4. Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently to distribute them evenly.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts and roll tightly between damp palms to form balls.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 35gCalories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Store these in the refrigerator to maintain the best texture. If the dough is too dry, add water one teaspoon at a time.

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