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Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls Recipe 5-Ingredient No-Bake Snack

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These no-bake chocolate peanut butter protein balls are a quick, easy, and delicious snack made with just five ingredients. They offer a perfect balance of chewy oats, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate flavor, ideal for a nutritious energy boost anytime.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rolled oats (90g)
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (130g)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (85g)
  • 1/3 cup chocolate protein powder (30g)
  • 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips (45g) (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup natural peanut butter with 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup. Stir until smooth and well incorporated (about 2 minutes).
  2. Gradually sprinkle in 1/3 cup chocolate protein powder, stirring to avoid clumps. The mixture will thicken.
  3. Add 1 cup rolled oats to the bowl and stir well until oats are evenly coated and the texture is crumbly but sticks together when pressed (about 3 minutes). Adjust moisture by adding a teaspoon of water or more honey if too dry, or more oats if too wet.
  4. Gently fold in 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips.
  5. Using hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Yield about 15-18 balls.
  6. Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up the texture.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature, or store in an airtight container.

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for better texture instead of quick oats. Chill the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up. For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and omit chocolate chips. Adjust sweetness to taste by varying honey or maple syrup. Press balls firmly when rolling to help them hold together longer. Freeze for 10-15 minutes to speed chilling.

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