Description
These no-bake peanut butter protein balls are a simple, healthy snack made with just five ingredients. They require no oven, take under 15 minutes to prepare, and provide satisfying, slow-burning energy perfect for meal prep or quick cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
- 1/2 cup (128g) Natural Peanut Butter
- 2–3 tablespoons (30-45ml) Honey or Maple Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup (85g) Dark Chocolate Chips
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Ensure peanut butter is at room temperature; microwave for 10-15 seconds if stiff.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and salt.
- Stir the mixture until it resembles wet sand and all ingredients are evenly coated. If too crumbly, add more honey; if too sticky, add more oats.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently to distribute them evenly without breaking them.
- Using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, roll the mixture into 1.5-inch balls. If the mixture sticks to your hands, wet them slightly with water.
- Place the rolled balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes (or freezer for 10 minutes) to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
Notes
Use old-fashioned rolled oats, not instant or steel-cut. Ensure peanut butter is natural and stirred well before measuring. If using salted peanut butter, reduce or omit added salt. For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey. To prevent sticking while rolling, wet your hands with cold water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
Keywords: no-bake, peanut butter, protein balls, healthy snack, meal prep, gluten-free option, 5-ingredient recipe, quick snack