How to Make the Perfect Peanut Butter Protein Energy Balls
American · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
These chewy no-bake energy balls are packed with natural peanut butter oats and protein powder for a filling snack that satisfies sweet cravings. They are perfect for meal prepping and can be stored in the fridge all week long.
Why this recipe works
This Peanut Butter Protein Energy Balls recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 240 calories with 14g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl add the rolled oats vanilla protein powder and chia seeds. Stir them together so they are evenly mixed before adding the wet ingredients.
Step 2: Add Wet Ingredients
Add the natural peanut butter and honey to the dry mixture. Stir vigorously until everything comes together into a thick sticky dough. If the mixture is too dry add one teaspoon of water at a time.
Step 3: Fold in Chocolate Chips
Add the mini chocolate chips to the dough and fold them in gently until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 4: Roll and Chill
Using your hands roll the mixture into 12 equal-sized balls about one inch in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before eating to help them firm up.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- natural peanut butter → almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option
- vanilla protein powder → unflavored collagen peptides for a less sweet version
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not chilling the balls long enough which causes them to fall apart when eaten
- Using processed peanut butter with added sugar which makes the balls overly sweet and soft
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 240 calories, 14g protein, 22g carbs, 11g fat, 3g fiber.
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