Description
These protein balls meal prep high protein are my go-to snack for busy mornings, post-workout energy, or a sweet treat. Made with oats, peanut butter, honey, and protein powder, they’re simple, wholesome, and cozy — perfect for sharing with family or enjoying on the go.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix oats, protein powder, chia seeds, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, mix peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients; add milk if needed.
- Fold in chocolate chips, if using.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
Use warm peanut butter for easier mixing. Add milk if mixture is too dry. Store in fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg