🍫 Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No-Bake Protein Balls

Healthy Energy Snack for Busy Moms, Fitness Lovers & Wellness Seekers

When life gets busy and your energy runs low, having wholesome grab-and-go snacks makes all the difference. These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No-Bake Protein Balls are delicious, nourishing, and loaded with clean fuel for your body — no oven needed!

Made with simple pantry staples like oats, peanut butter, and chia seeds, this recipe offers the perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, fiber, and natural sweetness to keep you full, focused, and energized.

Whether you’re heading to the gym, packing a healthy school snack, or need a midday pick-me-up, these protein bites are the perfect choice.

⭐ Why You’ll Love These Protein Balls

✅ No baking required
✅ 5 minutes prep
✅ Kid-friendly & freezer-friendly
✅ Great post-workout snack
✅ Boosts energy & supports muscle recovery
✅ Made with real, whole-food ingredients

Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Rolled oats	1 cup
Natural peanut butter	½ cup
Honey or maple syrup	3 tbsp
Vanilla protein powder	½ cup
Mini dark chocolate chips	3 tbsp
Chia seeds	1 tbsp
Vanilla extract	½ tsp (optional)

Tip: Use creamy peanut butter for smooth texture.

🥣 Instructions

Add oats, protein powder, chia seeds, and chocolate chips to a mixing bowl.
Stir in peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract.
Mix until fully combined.
If mixture feels dry, add 1–2 tbsp water or almond milk.
Roll into 1-inch balls.
Refrigerate 20–30 minutes before serving.

Makes: 12–14 balls

🍽 Nutrition (Per Ball — Approx.)

Calories: 105
Protein: 5g
Carbs: 9g
Fat: 6g
Fiber: 2g

💡 Variations

Flavor Twist	Try Adding
Crunchy	Crushed peanuts
High-fiber	1 tbsp ground flaxseed
Chocolate lovers	Drizzle melted dark chocolate
Gluten-free	Gluten-free oats
Vegan	Plant-based protein + maple syrup

🧊 Storage Tips

Refrigerator: Up to 7 days
Freezer: Up to 2 months (store in airtight container)

Roll ahead and freeze — grab one anytime!