Description

These no-bake peanut butter energy balls combine protein powder, flaxseed meal, oats, and natural sweetener for a quick and satisfying snack. They are easy to prepare, customizable, and perfect for on-the-go energy.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup natural peanut butter

1 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup flaxseed meal

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)

1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, stir together peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.

2. Mix in protein powder until evenly combined.

3. Fold in rolled oats, flaxseed meal, and mini chocolate chips until the mixture is thick and sticky.

4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to firm up.

5. Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.

6. Place the balls in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

7. Freeze any extra balls for up to 3 months and thaw before eating.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: snack
Method: no-bake

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ball
Calories: 120
Sugar: 5
Sodium: 40
Fat: 7
Saturated Fat: 1
Unsaturated Fat: 5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 11
Fiber: 2
Protein: 6
Cholesterol: 0

Keywords: peanut butter energy balls, protein balls, no-bake snack, healthy snack, flaxseed bites, protein snack, meal prep snack