Peanut Butter Protein Balls are no-bake, taking only 10 minutes to make and are a healthy energy snack! This Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls recipe is naturally gluten-free, too.
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
I'm not kidding when I say that these Peanut Butter Protein Balls are AMAZING! I first used the recipe as an after workout snack when I needed to get some quick protein in, but these little balls are so delicious and made with healthy ingredients that they've become a sweet treat anytime I need a pick-me-up.
My daughter even loves these Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls and she's not a fan of oats or oatmeal on its own. This easy recipe, which is no-bake and takes only 10 minutes to prepare yields 18-20 peanut butter balls made with natural peanut butter, honey, vanilla, oats, chia seeds, dark chocolate chips and walnuts — talk about an epic combination!
Feel free to switch out almond butter for peanut butter (or any nut butter really) as well as maple syrup for honey, and the nuts are also optional and interchangeable.
Peanut Butter Protein Balls Recipe
Peanut Butter Balls Ingredients
- 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup oats, divided (certified gluten-free if necessary)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ⅛ teaspoon Himalayan pink sea salt
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup walnuts, chopped
These peanut butter energy balls can be made dairy-free with vegan chocolate chips.
How to Make Peanut Butter Balls
1. Place a piece of parchment paper on a large plate and set aside. A silicone baking mat also works well.
2. Pulse ½ cup of the oats in a blender or food processor until it reaches a flour-like consistency.
3. Add oat flour and all remaining ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir until combined.
Tip: If your peanut butter is thick, place it in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Also, if the dough is too soft to roll, place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
4. Scoop the batter using a tablespoon and use clean hands to roll into balls. Place balls on the prepared plate. Once the batter is used up, place balls in the freezer to quickly firm up or place in the refrigerator until ready to eat. Enjoy chilled.
How to Store Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- 1 cup runny natural creamy peanut butter or almond butter
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup oats divided (certified gluten-free if necessary)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ⅛ teaspoon Himalayan pink sea salt
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup walnuts chopped
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Place a piece of parchment paper on a large plate and set aside.
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Pulse ½ cup of the oats in a food processor until it reaches a flour-like consistency.
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Add oat flour and all remaining ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir until combined.
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Note: If your peanut butter is thick, place it in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
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Scoop the batter using a tablespoon and use clean hands to roll into balls. Place balls on the prepared plate. Once the batter is used up, place balls in the freezer to firm up. Enjoy chilled.
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