Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls (Printable Version)
Quick, energy-boosting protein balls packed with peanut butter, chocolate, and wholesome oats—perfect for snacking anytime.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter
07 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Mix-ins
09 - 1/3 cup mini dark chocolate chips
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, protein powder, cocoa powder, and sea salt. Stir until thoroughly blended.
02 - Add the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly with a spatula or hands until a uniform dough forms.
03 - Fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
04 - Using hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 1-inch balls, approximately 2 tablespoons each.
05 - Arrange balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
06 - Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The dough tastes like brownie batter but somehow counts as responsible eating
- They disappear faster than you can say meal prep Sunday
02 -
- The dough should stick together when squeezed but not leave thick residue on your hands
- These taste better after sitting overnight, something about the flavors melding
03 -
- Warm your peanut butter in the microwave for 15 seconds if its too stiff to mix
- Wet your hands slightly before rolling to prevent the worst of the sticking