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High Protein Peanut Butter Energy Balls

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These no-bake energy balls combine rolled oats, peanut butter, and protein powder for a chewy, nutrient-dense snack. Packed with slow-digesting carbs, healthy fats, and 6g protein per serving, they’re perfect for workouts, midday energy boosts, or on-the-go nutrition. Naturally sweetened with honey and enhanced with chia seeds, they’re portable and customizable for active lifestyles.

  • Total Time: 15
  • Yield: 12 balls 1x

Ingredients

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2 cups rolled oats
1 cup natural peanut butter
3/4 cup protein powder (plant-based or whey)
1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (alcohol-free, if needed)

Instructions

Combine rolled oats, peanut butter, protein powder, honey, chia seeds, and vanilla in a bowl
Mix until a cohesive dough forms
Fold in dark chocolate chips
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 1 hour
Roll into 12 equal-sized balls
Store refrigerated until ready to serve

Notes

Use certified gluten-free rolled oats for GF versions
Chill for no less than 30 minutes if shortcut is needed
Keep refrigerated in an airtight container up to 1 week
Customize with nuts, cocoa powder, or fruit leather for variety

  • Author: Justin
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Category: High Protein Snacks
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg