Make these simple, no-bake peanut butter oatmeal protein balls for a quick, healthy snack or post-workout fuel. They are easy to prepare and perfect for meal prepping.
Author:Ahazzam
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:10 min
Yield:12 servings
Category:Snack
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup peanut butter (natural, unsweetened)
1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
1/4 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons water (or more, as needed)
Instructions
Place the rolled oats, protein powder, and ground flaxseed in a medium bowl. Mix them together well.
Add the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
Mix everything with a sturdy spoon or your hands until a thick dough forms.
If the mixture seems too dry and crumbly, add water one teaspoon at a time until the mixture holds together when pressed.
Roll the mixture into small, uniform balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
Place the finished balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
Store these protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
For a chocolate version, add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder and use chocolate protein powder.
If you prefer a lower sugar option, reduce the honey/syrup slightly and add a few drops of stevia or monk fruit sweetener.