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Delicious no-bake protein power balls made with oats, peanut butter, and chocolate

Protein Power Balls

Protein Power Balls are a quick, no-bake snack that keeps you full and satisfied, made with oats, nut butter, protein powder, and sweeteners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 16 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Old fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup Nut butter (peanut, almond, cashew)
  • 1/3 cup Protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
  • 1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Chia seeds or ground flax (optional) Optional but nice for added nutrition.
  • 1 pinch Salt Especially if your nut butter is unsalted.
Mix-Ins
  • to taste Mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or dried fruit Add based on preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Add oats, protein powder, salt, and chia or flax (if using) to a bowl and stir.
  2. Add nut butter and honey or maple syrup. Mix until it starts clumping together.
  3. Fold in any mix-ins like chocolate chips or coconut.
  4. Chill the dough for 10 to 15 minutes if it feels sticky.
  5. Roll into bite-sized balls, using about 1 tablespoon for each.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Adjust ingredients based on texture, adding more oats or nut butter as needed.