PrintEasy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Protein Balls
Make these simple, no-bake protein balls using pantry staples like peanut butter and oats. They are quick, satisfying, and perfect for meal prep or a healthy post-workout snack.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 14 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional mix-in)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a medium mixing bowl.
- Mix everything together thoroughly using a sturdy spoon or your hands until a uniform dough forms. If the mixture seems too dry, add a teaspoon of water or milk until it holds together.
- Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter. This recipe makes about 12 to 15 energy bites.
- Place the protein balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up before serving.
- Store your grab and go snacks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For a gluten free protein balls option, use certified gluten-free oats.
- If you prefer a keto protein balls alternative, substitute the honey/maple syrup with a keto-approved liquid sweetener like monk fruit syrup.
- These are fantastic for meal prep Sunday to keep you fueled all week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 55
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 0