Description
These Peanut Butter Protein Balls are a quick and nutritious snack packed with oats, protein powder, and natural nut butter, sweetened with honey and enhanced with chia seeds and cinnamon. Perfect for a boost of energy on-the-go, they require no baking and come together in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (any nut butter works)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla paste
- 2 tbsp almond milk or water (as needed)
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, cinnamon, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of all dry components.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the natural peanut butter, honey, and vanilla paste until smooth and well blended.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet peanut butter mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until well incorporated and a dough-like consistency starts to form.
- Adjust with liquid: Add almond milk or water, a little at a time, to the mixture. This helps achieve the right texture so the mixture can be rolled into balls that stick together without crumbling.
- Form into balls: Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, then shape the mixture into tablespoon-sized balls. The wet hands will help in making smooth, compact protein balls.
- Chill: Place the formed balls in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes. This step firms them up and improves texture.
- Storage: Store protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 6 months for longer-term storage.
Notes
- You can swap peanut butter with almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter for variation.
- Add-ins like mini chocolate chips or dried fruit can be mixed in for extra flavor.
- Ensure to use natural nut butter without added sugar for a healthier option.
- To make them vegan, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Rolling hands wet prevents the mixture from sticking, making shaping easier.
