Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bites
Quick, satisfying no-bake peanut butter protein bites made with simple pantry staples, perfect for a healthy snack on the go.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30-40 minutes
- Yield: 16-18 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats (135 grams)
- ⅔ cup natural peanut butter (160 grams)
- ¼ cup honey (85 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup chocolate protein powder (30 grams)
- 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Measure out rolled oats, natural peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, ground flaxseed, protein powder, and a pinch of salt. Optional: mini dark chocolate chips.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well blended, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add rolled oats, ground flaxseed, protein powder, and salt. Stir together until the mixture is thick and slightly sticky.
- Fold in chocolate chips or dried fruit if using, being careful not to overmix.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using hands or a small cookie scoop, making about 16-18 bites. Wet hands slightly if mixture is too sticky.
- Place bites on a parchment-lined tray or plate and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to firm up.
- Store bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
If peanut butter is oily, stir before measuring. Adjust texture by adding more honey or milk if dry, or oats/flaxseed if too sticky. Chilling is essential to firm bites. Use natural peanut butter for best flavor. Protein powder flavor affects taste; chocolate or vanilla recommended.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approximatel
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5.5
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