No Bake Protein Balls Recipe
Introduction
No Bake Protein Balls are a quick and easy snack perfect for boosting your energy anytime. Made with peanut butter, oats, and protein powder, these little bites are both nutritious and delicious.
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
- Step 1: Add the peanut butter, honey, rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, salt, and mini chocolate chips to a mixing bowl. Use a rubber spatula to mix until the batter is well combined.
- Step 2: Use a mini cookie scoop or a spoon to drop the mixture onto a cookie sheet lined with wax paper. Aim for about 1 inch in size for each ball.
- Step 3: Roll the dropped mixture with your hands to form smooth, round balls.
- Step 4: Place the cookie sheet in the fridge for 1 hour, or until the balls firm up.
- Step 5: Transfer the protein balls to a sealable bag and store in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for 2-3 months.
Tips & Variations
- Substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a different flavor.
- Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra fiber.
- Use dark or white mini chocolate chips to vary the sweetness.
- If the mixture is too sticky, chill it for 10 minutes before rolling.
Storage
Store protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them in a zip-top bag for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the fridge before eating or enjoy them chilled straight from the freezer.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other nut butters instead of peanut butter?
Yes, almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter work well and add different flavors to your protein balls.
Do I have to refrigerate the protein balls?
Yes, refrigerating helps them firm up and maintain their shape. It also keeps them fresh longer.
PrintNo Bake Protein Balls Recipe
These No Bake Protein Balls are a quick and easy snack packed with protein and flavor. Made with creamy peanut butter, honey, oats, vanilla protein powder, and mini chocolate chips, they are perfect for a healthy energy boost without any baking required. Simply mix, shape, and chill for a delicious treat that’s ready in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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
- Combine Ingredients: Add the no stir creamy peanut butter, honey, rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, salt, and mini dark chocolate chips to a mixing bowl and use a rubber spatula to mix until the batter is thoroughly combined.
- Form Balls: Use a mini cookie scoop or a spoon to drop the mixture onto a wax paper-covered cookie sheet, aiming for about 1 inch in size.
- Shape: Roll the dropped mixture with your hands to form round energy balls.
- Chill: Place the cookie sheet with the shaped balls in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until the balls are firm and hardened.
- Store: Transfer the protein balls to a ziploc bag and store them in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for 2-3 months for longer storage.
Notes
- Use old fashioned oats for best texture; quick oats can make the balls too soft.
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter if desired.
- Adjust the amount of honey if you prefer sweeter or less sweet bites.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Freezing the balls allows you to have ready-to-eat snacks on hand for longer periods.
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