Easy No-Bake Chocolate Protein Balls Recipe for Quick Energy Boost
These easy no-bake chocolate protein balls are a quick, no-fuss snack packed with protein and fiber, perfect for a fast energy boost without the sugar crash.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20 balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats (90g)
- ½ cup chocolate protein powder (50g)
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (130g)
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup (80ml)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (15g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
- ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips (40g)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- If desired, pulse 1 cup rolled oats and ½ cup chocolate protein powder in a food processor for about 15 seconds until finely ground but not powdery. Skip for more chew. (2 minutes)
- In a mixing bowl, combine the oats-protein blend (or whole oats), 2 tbsp cocoa powder, chia seeds, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir gently to distribute evenly. (1 minute)
- Add ½ cup peanut butter, ¼ cup honey or maple syrup, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the dry mix. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until sticky but manageable. (3 minutes)
- Gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips, reserving a few to press on top of each ball later. (1 minute)
- Using your hands, scoop about 1 tablespoon (15g) of mixture and roll into tight balls. If too sticky, wet hands lightly or chill dough for 10 minutes. Place balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment. (5-7 minutes)
- Chill the balls in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up and meld flavors. (30 minutes)
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
If mixture is too dry, add more peanut butter or a splash of almond milk. If too wet, add more oats. Chilling dough before rolling helps with shaping. Use vanilla extract for better flavor. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (about 15g)
- Calories: 90110
- Fat: 46
- Carbohydrates: 911
- Fiber: 23
- Protein: 57
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