Description
Indulge in these delicious and nutritious Chocolate Protein Balls that are perfect for a quick energy boost or post-workout snack. Packed with protein and flavor, these no-bake treats are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–4 tablespoons milk of choice as needed
Additional:
- 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and chia seeds.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract, then stir until the mixture starts to come together.
- Adjust Consistency: Gradually add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the mixture is moist enough to hold together but not sticky.
- Stir in Chocolate Chips: Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Form Balls: Using clean hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Chill: Place the balls on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Store: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- You can also swap chia seeds for ground flaxseed and adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
