Peanut Butter Oatmeal Protein Balls
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Protein Balls
Description
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Protein Balls are a no-bake snack consisting primarily of oats, protein powder, and peanut butter. The ingredients are blended together, with water added gradually to achieve a dough-like consistency that can be formed into small balls. Chocolate chips are folded in last to provide sweetness and texture contrast. The recipe yields 16 to 20 balls, making them suitable for portioned snacking throughout the week. The combination of oats and protein powder offers a filling energy boost, while the hemp seeds contribute a subtle nutty flavor.
The peanut butter used is natural and unsalted, which balances well with the pinch of sea salt and cinnamon included optionally. These protein balls can be eaten as a light dessert or a practical snack between meals. Their no-bake preparation means they are easy to make ahead and store. Refrigeration is recommended to maintain firmness, with the option to freeze for longer storage.
Water is added a tablespoon at a time during mixing to reach the proper dough consistency. The recipe can be adapted if a food processor is not available by combining ingredients in a bowl and mixing by hand. Vanilla-flavored protein powder is suggested for optimal taste but any preferred protein powder may be used.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup protein powder of choice
- 4 Tbsp hemp seed
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 3 Tbsp pure maple syrup
- Pinch salt sea salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon optional
- 2-4 Tbsp water
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients (except for the water) to a food processor. Note: if you don't own a food processor, you can use a large mixing bowl and mix everything together by hand.
- Process until everything is well-combined. If need be, add 1 to 4 tablespoons of water (or any type of milk), and process well, until the peanut butter ball mixture presses together easily.
- Stir the chocolate chips into the cookie dough until they are well-distributed throughout. Note: you can also add the chocolate chips to the food processor with the other ingredients to blend them into the mixture.
- Form 16 to 20 balls out of the peanut butter mixture.
- If you have a cookie scoop, now is a great time to use it!
- Enjoy as a snack or a light dessert!
Notes
- Use an unflavored or vanilla protein powder according to personal preference for flavor variations.
- If using salted peanut butter, consider omitting added salt to avoid oversalting.
- Adjust water quantity between 2 to 4 tablespoons to ensure the mixture binds well for shaping into balls.
- Store the formed protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the protein balls for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 131 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Ball (of 20) | |
| Calories | 131kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 62mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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