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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Balls: Best 5-Minute Snack

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These easy no-bake peanut butter protein balls with oats are the perfect 5-minute snack for busy weeks. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re soft, chewy, and unbelievably satisfying without any baking required.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup (130g) natural peanut butter
  • ¼ cup (85g) honey
  • ¼ cup (30g) vanilla protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
  • ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ¼ cup vanilla protein powder, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir together with a fork or spatula until evenly distributed.
  2. Add the wet ingredients: Scoop in ½ cup natural peanut butter and ¼ cup honey. Make sure peanut butter is well-stirred before measuring.
  3. Mix everything together: Stir with a rubber spatula, pressing and folding until a cohesive dough forms. If too dry, add a teaspoon of honey or splash of warm water. If too wet, add a tablespoon of oats. Texture should be like soft cookie dough.
  4. Fold in the chocolate chips: Once dough is uniform, add ¼ cup mini chocolate chips and fold gently until evenly distributed.
  5. Chill the dough (optional but recommended): Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to make dough easier to handle.
  6. Roll into balls: Using slightly damp hands, scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into smooth balls. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Makes about 16-18 balls.
  7. Chill to set: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Notes

Use slightly damp hands for rolling to prevent sticking. Chill dough if too sticky. Fresh, well-stirred peanut butter makes a big difference. Flavors develop over time—best after 1-2 days. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

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