Ohhh, classic combo 😌 Here’s an easy, no-bake, high-protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls recipe—great as a snack, dessert, or post-workout bite.
No-Bake High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls 🍫🥜
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- ½ cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- ¼ cup rolled oats (or oat flour for smoother texture)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional add-ins:
- Mini dark chocolate chips
- Chia or flax seeds
- Crushed nuts
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, honey, and vanilla until smooth.
- Stir in protein powder, cocoa powder, oats, and salt.
- Mix until a thick dough forms. If too dry, add 1–2 tsp milk or water.
- Roll into 1-inch balls.
- Chill in the fridge for 20–30 minutes to firm up.
Storage
- Fridge: up to 1 week
- Freezer: up to 3 months
Nutrition (approx. per ball)
- Protein: 6–8g (depends on protein powder)
- Calories: ~90–110
Tips for Best Results
- Use whey or plant protein that mixes well—gritty powders can dry them out.
- If your peanut butter is runny, add extra oats or protein powder.
- Want lower sugar? Swap honey for a sugar-free syrup.
If you want, I can:
- Make this keto or low-carb
- Turn it into a senior-friendly soft texture version
- Calculate exact macros
- Or swap peanut butter for almond or sunflower butter
Just say the word 😊
