Easy Chocolate Protein Energy Balls
These no-bake energy balls combine chocolate protein powder, oats, and natural peanut butter for a quick, satisfying, and healthy snack perfect for on-the-go energy boosts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30-40 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (135 g) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (45 g) chocolate protein powder
- 1/3 cup (80 g) natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
- 2 tablespoons (15 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon (12 g) chia seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (40 g) mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, chia seeds (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Add natural peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix with a spoon or spatula until the mixture starts to clump together.
- Fold in mini dark chocolate chips.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to firm up the mixture.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms into a ball. Repeat until all mixture is used. Wet hands slightly if mixture is too sticky.
- Place the formed balls on a baking sheet or plate and refrigerate for another 20-30 minutes to set fully.
Notes
If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water or extra honey one at a time until it holds together. If too sticky, add more oats. Chilling the mixture before rolling is important for texture. Use natural peanut butter that separates for better binding. Optional rolling in cocoa powder or shredded coconut adds texture contrast. Can substitute honey with maple syrup for vegan version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball (about
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4.5
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