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No Bake Protein Balls

Nutty No Bake Protein Balls for Quick Energy Boosts

These No Bake Protein Balls are a quick, protein-packed snack perfect for energy boosts any time of the day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 15 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups rolled oats swap with gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter almond butter is a nut-free alternative
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup maple syrup is great for vegan options
  • 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder vanilla protein powder can be a tasty alternative
For the Texture and Flavor
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips can be omitted or replaced with dried fruits
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds skip these if desired
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed additional chia seeds can be swapped in if needed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract omit for a simpler taste
  • pinch sea salt balances sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • tray
  • Parchment paper
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, mini chocolate chips, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
  2. Pour in natural peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) along with vanilla extract. Fold these into the dry mixture until a thick, pliable dough forms.
  3. Take a tablespoon-sized scoop of the dough and roll it into a ball. Continue this process until all the dough is shaped into balls.
  4. Line a tray with parchment paper and place the protein balls on it. Refrigerate for about 20 minutes to firm up.
  5. Transfer the protein balls to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These protein balls are customizable based on the ingredients you have on hand. Feel free to experiment with additional mix-ins.

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