Description
These protein balls for clean eating snacks are a quick, easy, and nutritious treat. Made with oats, nut butter, protein powder, and a touch of honey, they’re naturally sweet, satisfying, and perfect for busy days. Simply mix the ingredients, roll into balls, and chill — no baking required. Customize with chocolate chips, seeds, or dried fruit to suit your taste. Make a batch ahead, store in the fridge or freezer, and enjoy a healthy, grab-and-go snack anytime!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds
- 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Mix oats, protein powder, chia seeds, and sea salt in a large bowl.
- Add nut butter, honey, and vanilla extract; stir until fully combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on parchment paper.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Toast oats for extra flavor. Adjust honey or oats for consistency. Store in fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 0