Description

These Peanut Butter Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious no-bake snack packed with protein and healthy fats. Made with oats, creamy peanut butter, honey, and vanilla protein powder, they are coated in smooth melted chocolate and topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for an irresistible sweet and salty treat perfect for a quick energy boost or post-workout snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

3/4 cup old fashioned oats
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt

Coating

1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling on top

Instructions

Prepare the base: Line a tray or baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper to prevent sticking.
Make oat flour: Add the oats to a blender and blend for about 30 seconds until finely ground into oat flour.
Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the oat flour, creamy peanut butter, honey, vanilla protein powder, pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir thoroughly with a spatula until the mixture is well incorporated.
Shape the balls: Using a small cookie scoop (about 1 tablespoon), scoop out the peanut butter mixture and form into balls. Place the balls on the prepared tray and chill either in the freezer for 15 minutes or in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set.
Melt the chocolate: Add the chocolate chips and coconut oil to a medium microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate mixture is completely smooth and melted.
Coat the balls: Dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, using a spoon to drizzle extra chocolate on top. Lift each ball out and let the excess chocolate drip off before placing it back on the tray.
Add finishing touch: Sprinkle the coated balls with flaky sea salt to enhance the flavor and add a lovely crunch.
Set and store: Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for at least 1 hour to allow the chocolate to harden. Once set, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator, layered with parchment or wax paper, for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Using old fashioned oats is best; quick oats or instant oats might result in a different texture.
For dairy-free or vegan versions, ensure the protein powder and chocolate chips are vegan-friendly.
If the mixture is too sticky, add a little more oat flour to help binding.
These protein balls can also be stored in the freezer for up to 1 month for longer preservation.
Feel free to substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different nutty flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

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