No-Bake Protein Energy Balls

Why you'll love this recipe

No baking required, just mix, roll, and refrigerate. These energy balls are perfect for meal prep and satisfy sweet cravings while delivering quality nutrition.

Ingredients

• 150g rolled oats
• 120g peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 80ml honey or maple syrup
• 60g chocolate protein powder
• 60g dark chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, protein powder, chocolate chips, and salt.

2. Add wet ingredients: Add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla. Mix until fully combined. The mixture should be sticky but holdable.

3. Adjust consistency: If too dry, add more honey. If too wet, add more oats.

4. Roll into balls: Use a tablespoon to portion mixture. Roll into balls with slightly damp hands.

5. Chill: Place on a lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Tips for success

• Wet hands: Slightly damp hands prevent sticking.
• Even portions: Use a cookie scoop for consistent size.
• Quality peanut butter: Natural peanut butter may make mixture looser.

Variations

• Coconut: Roll in shredded coconut before chilling.
• Nut-free: Use sunflower seed butter.
• Vanilla: Use vanilla protein powder and white chocolate chips.
• Pumpkin spice: Add 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice.

Storage

Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Freeze for up to 3 months.