Description
These No-Bake Protein Balls are the perfect grab-and-go snack to fuel your day! Packed with protein, healthy fats, and a touch of sweetness, they are ideal for a pre-workout snack, post-workout recovery, or a quick energy boost. With just a few simple ingredients, these protein balls are easy to make, and they don’t require any baking. Wholesome, nutritious, and delicious, these protein balls are a must-have in your snack rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter or cashew butter)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (or any sweetener of your choice)
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla, chocolate, or your preferred flavor)
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional for extra fiber and nutrients)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional, for a sweet touch)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons water or milk (any milk of choice, or adjust for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Add the Dry Ingredients:
- Add the rolled oats, protein powder, and ground flaxseed (if using) to the wet ingredients. Stir everything together until fully combined. The mixture will be thick.
- Adjust Consistency:
- If the mixture is too dry or crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoons of water or milk at a time until the mixture comes together and sticks. You want it to be moist enough to hold its shape but not too wet.
- Add the Optional Ingredients:
- If you’re adding mini chocolate chips or other optional ingredients, fold them in now until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Form the Protein Balls:
- Use your hands or a spoon to scoop the mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls. This recipe should make about 12-15 protein balls, depending on the size.
- Chill and Set:
- Place the protein balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate. Refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up and hold their shape.
- Store:
- Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1-2 weeks. You can also freeze them for up to 2-3 months for long-term storage.
Notes
- You can use any type of nut butter you prefer, such as almond butter, cashew butter, or even sunflower seed butter if you need a nut-free option.
- If you’re using flavored protein powder (like chocolate), you may want to adjust the amount of sweetener.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup or agave and a plant-based protein powder.
- To keep things lower in sugar, you can reduce the honey or maple syrup and use a sugar-free sweetener instead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg