🥜 Protein Balls With Oats
📝 Description
These no-bake protein balls are soft, chewy, and naturally sweet. Made with oats, nut butter, and protein-rich ingredients, they’re perfect for quick energy, weight loss snacks, or post-workout fuel.
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
- 2 tbsp flaxseeds (optional)
- ¼ cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or raisins
- 1–2 tbsp milk (if needed for texture)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Mix
- In a bowl, combine oats, protein powder, chia seeds, and flaxseeds
2. Add Wet Ingredients
- Add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla
- Mix until everything sticks together
3. Adjust Texture
- If mixture is too dry, add a little milk
- If too sticky, add a few more oats
4. Shape
- Roll into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each)
5. Chill
- Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to firm up
🍽️ Serving
- Enjoy as a snack, breakfast bite, or dessert
- Store in fridge up to 1 week
💪 Nutrition Benefits
- High in protein
- Rich in fiber
- Keeps you full longer
- Great for weight management
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I make these without protein powder?
A: Yes! Just add extra oats or ground nuts.
Q: Best protein powder to use?
A: Whey, plant-based, or even collagen powder works.
Q: Can I make them vegan?
A: Use maple syrup instead of honey and plant-based protein.
Q: Flavor ideas?
- Cocoa powder for chocolate version 🍫
- Coconut flakes for tropical 🥥
- Cinnamon + raisins for a cozy twist
