Description
These Healthy No-Bake Protein Balls are a quick and easy snack packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and protein powder. Perfect for a nutritious boost any time of day, they require no cooking and are ready in just 40 minutes after chilling. With natural sweeteners and added seeds for fiber and omega-3s, these protein balls are both delicious and energizing.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup protein powder
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- Pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the natural peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, and a pinch of salt to the wet mixture and stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form Balls: Use a small cookie scoop or a spoon to portion out the mixture, then roll each portion into a 1-inch ball using your hands, ensuring they are compact and uniform in size.
- Chill to Set: Place the protein balls on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape.
- Store Properly: Transfer the chilled protein balls to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator, where they will keep fresh for up to one week.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter or sunflower seed butter for peanut butter if desired.
- Use your preferred flavor of protein powder to customize taste.
- To add variety, mix in mini chocolate chips or dried fruit before rolling.
- For a nut-free version, replace peanut butter with tahini and ensure protein powder is allergen-free.
- If mixture is too sticky, refrigerate for a few minutes before rolling to make shaping easier.
