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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Energy Balls

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These no-bake peanut butter protein energy balls are quick, easy, and packed with nutrition, making them the perfect healthy snack for on-the-go energy boosts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1½ cups rolled oats
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
  • ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Measure out all ingredients: 1 cup peanut butter, 1½ cups rolled oats, ½ cup protein powder, ⅓ cup honey, 1 tsp vanilla extract, pinch of sea salt, and optional chia seeds or flaxseeds and chocolate chips.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter and honey. Stir vigorously until smooth and well blended, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add vanilla extract and sea salt to the peanut butter-honey mixture and stir to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, protein powder, and optional chia or flaxseeds.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until uniform and sticky. If too crumbly, add a teaspoon of water or extra honey.
  6. Fold in mini dark chocolate chips if using.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or hands, roll about 1 tablespoon of dough into tight balls and place on a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet.
  8. Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  9. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter for best flavor. Chill the balls to help them firm up and hold their shape. If mixture is too dry, add a splash of water, almond milk, or extra honey. Wet hands slightly to make rolling easier. Store in fridge up to one week or freeze up to three months.

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