Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Protein Balls
Make these simple, no-bake protein balls using pantry staples like peanut butter and oats. They are a quick, satisfying snack perfect for meal prep or post-workout fuel.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 18 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 protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, protein powder, and ground flaxseed in a medium bowl.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly until a uniform, sticky dough forms. If the mixture seems too dry, add a teaspoon of water or milk at a time until it holds together.
- Stir in the mini chocolate chips, if using.
- Scoop the mixture and roll it into small, one-inch balls.
- Place the finished protein balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- For a lower sugar option, use sugar-free sweetener instead of honey.
- Store these easy energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These make excellent grab and go snacks for busy days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg