Description
These Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious no-bake snack that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter with the wholesome crunch of oats and flaxseed. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a post-workout treat, they are easy to make and packed with protein and fiber.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (100 grams)
- ½ cup ground flaxseed (70 grams)
- 2 ounces chocolate protein powder (60 grams or 2 scoops, or peanut butter protein powder as alternative)
- 1 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips (177 grams)
Wet Ingredients
- 1¼ cups natural peanut butter
- ½ cup honey (175 grams, use good-quality honey)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to keep your protein balls from sticking during shaping and cooling.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, and chocolate protein powder ensuring the mixture is well combined.
- Add wet ingredients: Add the natural peanut butter and honey to the bowl. Use a hand mixer or spatula to thoroughly combine all ingredients until a sticky, uniform dough forms.
- Add chocolate chips: Stir in the mini semisweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the mixture, incorporating them without melting.
- Scoop and shape balls: Using a 1-tablespoon-sized cookie scoop, portion out the mixture. Use your hands to roll each portion into smooth balls and place them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. If the mixture becomes too dry or hard to shape, microwave it for 15 seconds to soften slightly, then continue shaping.
- Chill to set: To prevent the protein balls from sticking together, cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour. You can enjoy these protein balls immediately if you prefer, but chilling helps firm them up and enhances texture.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter protein powder if preferred.
- If mixture is too sticky to handle, chilling it briefly before shaping can help.
- Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Optional: Swap semisweet chocolate chips for white, milk, or dark according to your taste.
- For vegan variation, replace honey with maple syrup and ensure peanut butter and protein powder are vegan.