Description

These no-bake peanut butter energy balls combine oats, protein powder, flaxseed and honey for a quick, nutrient-dense snack. Perfect for post-workout fuel, hiking trips or anytime you need a grab-and-go energy boost.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

1/2 cup natural peanut butter

1/4 cup honey

1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)

2 Tbsp ground flaxseed

2–3 Tbsp mini chocolate chips (optional)

1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

pinch of salt

optional add-ins: coconut flakes, chopped nuts, dried fruit

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine oats, protein powder, ground flaxseed and salt and stir until even.

2. Add peanut butter, honey and vanilla extract and mix until a cohesive dough forms, adding water or oats as needed.

3. Cover and refrigerate dough for 20–30 minutes to firm up.

4. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball; repeat with remaining dough.

5. Chill the formed balls for 15–20 minutes, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: snack
Method: no-bake
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ball
Calories: 120
Sugar: 5
Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 11
Fiber: 2
Protein: 6

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