Description
These protein balls for nutritious snacks are easy, delicious, and perfect for energy boosts. Made with oats, nut butter, honey, protein powder, and optional extras like chocolate chips and chia seeds, they’re wholesome and satisfying for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseed
Instructions
- Combine oats, protein powder, chocolate chips, chia seeds, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla. Mix until sticky dough forms.
- Adjust sweetness as needed.
- Scoop 1–2 tbsp portions and roll into balls.
- Optional: Roll balls in shredded coconut.
- Place on parchment-lined tray and refrigerate 30 minutes to set.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 1 week. Freeze for up to 3 months. Wet hands slightly for easier rolling. Customize with nuts, seeds, or dried fruit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 0