These simple protein-packed peanut butter balls are everything you need for a healthy snack. They are easy to make and made with simple, feel-good ingredients. If you have a sweet tooth, these energy balls are the perfect solution! 

Whip them up in a few minutes and make a large batch for the week. This recipe is perfect for meal prep Sundays. You’ll have your protein snack ready for the week.

What Are Peanut Butter Power Balls?

Healthy oats, flaxseed, protein-packed peanut butter, and protein powder are the perfect combination for a wholesome treat. These protein balls will give you all of the energy you need to get through your day.

If you are looking for a healthy treat or a protein-filled, grab-and-go snack, look no further. These peanut butter balls are a complete snack that your taste buds will love. And, the best part is that you can make them in just a few minutes. Talk about an easy recipe! 

About Peanut Butter Protein Balls

If you’re looking for a protein snack to keep on hand, this recipe is just that. If you are looking for an easy meal prep idea, this is it. Needing a healthy dessert option? These are perfect!

When your kitchen is stocked with healthy options instead of processed junk, you’ll find yourself eating better. You can ditch the packaged protein bars and enjoy these peanut butter protein balls instead. Made with only simple ingredients, you’ll love these healthy snacks.

If you are looking for additional protein-packed desserts, check out this high-protein chocolate fruit dip or these vegan cookie dough protein balls.

Your kids will love these delicious treats. In fact, get the kids involved and let them make the recipe with you.

Add some holiday sprinkles for a festive twist on these protein balls. Simply sprinkle Christmas sprinkles over top and you’ll be all set for that neighborhood cookie exchange party. The gals will not believe their ears when you tell them that they are actually healthy!

Eat these health snack balls as dessert, pack them for a road trip, or simply enjoy them as a mid-afternoon snack. It’s always a good time to eat a peanut butter oatmeal protein ball.

The 8 Ingredients in These Simple Protein Balls

Old fashioned oats-Definitely use this variety and not rolled oats or any other type.

Ground flaxseed-This adds a wonderful element of healthy fat and fiber to these balls making them extra healthy.

Peanut butter-Use creamy, all-natural peanut butter. Stay away from sugar-added varieties. Thanks to this nut butter, these no-bake energy balls have healthy fats and protein which is part of a healthy diet.

Vanilla protein powder-My favorite brand of clean protein powder is Truvani. The flavor of this plant-based protein powder is delicious and the ingredients are wholesome. Not to mention, protein powder is an easy way to add more protein to a vegan diet.

Vanilla extract-This additional vanilla flavor really makes the balls come together nicely.

Honey-If you are vegan, feel free to add pure maple syrup instead. They both are great sugar alternatives that are unprocessed.

Mini chocolate chips-Use a dairy-free version for this recipe. While regular chocolate chips can work for this recipe, I recommend the mini size. You can use milk or dark chocolate chips.

Coconut oil-This healthy, unrefined oil is used in combination with chocolate to create the perfect melted chocolate to dip these balls into. Coconut oil helps the chocolate harden.

Sea salt-This is optional but highly recommended.

The Easy Steps to Make These Peanut Butter Balls

Step one: Grab yourself a large bowl. Add everything but the chocolate chips and the water to the bowl. Mix everything with a spatula or wooden spoon. Toward the end, you might want to use your hands to finish mixing until the mixture becomes a sticky, well-incorporated ball of dough.

*If the peanut butter mixture isn’t sticky enough, add a tablespoon or two of water and mix again.

Step two: Mix in the chocolate chips using your hands or a wooden spoon.

Step three: Use a small cookie scoop and place a ball of dough in your hands. Roll in until it becomes a solid, smooth ball.

Step four: Set the balls on a plate lined with parchment paper.

Step five: Place the peanut butter balls into the freezer while you melt the chocolate.

Step six: Create a double broiler by placing a few inches of water into a small saucepan and adding a small glass bowl over the top of the pan. *You do not want the bowl to touch the bottom, rather it should be held up by the rim of the pan.

Step seven: Add the chocolate chips, coconut oil, and peanut butter to the glass bowl. Once the water starts to boil, turn off the heat. Use a spoon to constantly stir until the chocolate is completely smooth.

Step eight: Remove the balls from the freezer and dip the tops into the chocolate mixture. Place them back onto the lined plate and in the fridge for about 20 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.

How Long Do Peanut Butter Oatmeal Protein Balls Last?

Place these treats into an airtight container and into the fridge. These protein balls can last in the fridge for up to 1.5 weeks or in the freezer for up to 1-2 weeks. Make sure they are stored in the fridge at all times and not on the counter.

Tips + Modifications

I recommend making a double batch. It’s one of my favorite recipes for meal prep on Sunday night.

If you are looking to have less chocolate, eliminate the melted chocolate dip. 

While peanut butter is the best nut butter for this recipe, feel free to switch it out for almond butter, cashew butter, or seed butter. Just note that the flavor will significantly change. 

Make sure you are working with soft and creamy peanut butter. I like to leave my jar of peanut butter on the counter in the morning to allow it to come to room temperature by the afternoon. 

Are you a chocolate lover? You can add a tablespoon of cocoa powder or cacao powder to the peanut butter mixture for a richer chocolate flavor. Or, swap out vanilla protein powder for a chocolate variety.

How Do You Like Them?

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