Peanut Butter Protein Balls
by: claire cary
These peanut butter protein balls are so easy to make and perfect for a post workout snack or mid day pick me up! With 7 grams of protein per serving and just a few pantry staple ingredients, this is the perfect healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy unsalted peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- ⅔ cup quick oats
- ⅓ cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the maple syrup or honey with the peanut butter. Stir well to combine.
- Fold in the remaining ingredients aside from the chocolate chips.
- Mix with a rubber spatula until well combined. Because of the nature of peanut butter, it can take a few minutes to really get it well mixed up, but if you need to use your (clean) hands, don't hesitate!
- If the dough seems too dry, add in a bit more maple syrup or even a splash of milk or extra peanut butter to soften it a bit. On the other hand, if the mixture is too wet, add in a bit of extra oats.
- Add in the chocolate chips and mix together until combined.
- Use a cookie scoop or a regular spoon and roll into balls with about 1 1/2 tbsp of "dough." Use your hands to kind of smoosh the ingredients together and then roll into a ball in the palm of your hand.
- Place in the fridge to set for about an hour. Enjoy!
Notes
You can use chunky nut butter if you like, I just prefer creamy! I suggest using a peanut butter that calls for just peanuts and salt. If you only have a peanut butter "spread" - one mixed with oil and sugar, that is fine but note the recipe will be sweeter.
If you notice your peanut butter is a bit more dry, you can microwave it in a small dish for about 10-20 seconds to help it soften a bit before adding to the recipe.
Serving: 1protein ball / Calories: 149kcal / Carbohydrates: 11g / Protein: 7g / Fat: 10g / Fiber: 2g / Sugar: 6g
