Description
Protein-packed no-bake oatmeal chocolate chip protein balls bring healthy snacking to a delightful new level. Quick and simple ingredients combine for a satisfying treat you can enjoy anytime, anywhere as a nutritious energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) Rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Protein powder (Vanilla or chocolate flavor)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Peanut butter
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Honey
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Flaxseeds
Garnish Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Blend dry components in a spacious mixing vessel, ensuring an even distribution of rolled oats, protein powder, cinnamon, salt, and optional flaxseeds.
- Incorporate peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract, stirring thoroughly until the mixture achieves a consistent texture and all ingredients are seamlessly integrated.
- Gently fold mini chocolate chips into the mixture, ensuring they are evenly dispersed throughout the blend.
- Utilize a spoon or cookie scoop to portion the mixture, then manually shape into compact, uniform spheres roughly the size of a bite.
- If the mixture appears too crumbly, introduce a small amount of milk or additional honey to enhance cohesion and facilitate easier ball formation.
- Arrange the protein spheres on a parchment-lined plate, creating a single layer without overcrowding.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow the balls to firm up and develop a satisfying, chilled consistency before serving.
Notes
- Customize protein powder to match dietary needs like whey, plant-based, or vegan options for maximum flexibility.
- Use alternative nut butters like almond or sunflower seed butter for different flavor profiles and allergy-friendly variations.
- Ensure mixture sticks together by gradually adding liquid ingredients and checking consistency before rolling into balls.
- Experiment with mix-ins like dried fruit, chopped nuts, or coconut flakes to create unique texture and flavor combinations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 137 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 119 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg