No-Bake Protein Energy Bites
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4.6
No-Bake Protein Energy Bites
Description
This recipe blends rolled oats and vanilla-flavored whey protein powder with natural peanut butter and honey, forming a thick dough. Water is added gradually to reach a stiff consistency that can be shaped into balls. Mini chocolate chips are folded into the mixture, providing a touch of sweetness and texture. The bites are rolled into tablespoon-sized balls, placed on parchment, and chilled for at least 30 minutes to firm up. They require no cooking or baking, making preparation straightforward and quick.
The resulting energy bites have a chewy texture from oats and peanut butter, while the protein powder adds nutritional value and structure. Chocolate chips contribute bursts of chocolate flavor throughout. These bites serve as convenient snacks during busy days, workouts, or as a small treat that combines protein and carbohydrates.
Storing the bites in the refrigerator helps maintain their texture and freshness. Variations can include substituting quick oats or different protein powders, and making them vegan-friendly by replacing honey and dairy ingredients as noted.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ Cups rolled oats
- 2 coops whey protein powder Vanilla flavor works great
- ½ Cup peanut butter natural
- ¼ Cup honey
- 1/3 Cup mini chocolate chips
- 2-3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Place the 2 Scoops Whey Protein Powder, 1 ½ Cups Rolled oats, ½ Cup Natural peanut butter, and ¼ Cup Honey in a large bowl.
- Mix them to combine. If the mixture is a bit dry, add 2-3 tablespoons Tablespoons water and stir until a stiff dough forms. ( you can add the additional water, one teaspoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached)
- Stir in the 1/3 Cup Mini chocolate chips.
- Mix again to combine.
- Take tablespoons-sized pieces of dough and roll them into balls. Place on a sheet pan lined with parchment. Roll the remaining dough into balls.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes, then serve. Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- These energy bites provide roughly one protein ball per serving.
- You can substitute quick oats if rolled oats are unavailable.
- Any protein powder works, including plant-based options.
- To make vegan, replace honey with agave and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- If the mixture feels dry, add water one tablespoon at a time; if too wet, add more protein powder to achieve the right dough consistency.
- Chill the shaped bites in the fridge for 20 to 30 minutes before serving for best firmness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 14Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 145kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 50mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 99mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 21IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.6
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