Easy No-Bake Protein Energy Balls: 5-Minute Best Snack
These no-bake protein energy balls are a quick, healthy snack made with oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips. Ready in just 5 minutes, they’re perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, and kid-approved treats.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 16-18 balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup (130g) creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup (110g) honey
- ⅓ cup (60g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet recommended)
- 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, and a pinch of salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until the dough comes together. If too dry, add a teaspoon of honey or a splash of milk; if too sticky, add a tablespoon more oats.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Optional: Chill the dough in the fridge for 15-20 minutes for easier handling.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into smooth balls. Place on parchment paper. You should get 16-18 balls.
- Press a few extra chocolate chips on top for appearance (optional).
- Chill the rolled balls in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set.
Notes
For best texture, use old-fashioned rolled oats, not quick oats. If dough is too sticky, add more oats; if too dry, add more honey or a splash of milk. Chill dough for easier rolling. Store in fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 85
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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