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

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These no-bake peanut butter protein balls are the perfect 5-minute snack to beat the 3 p.m. slump. Made with simple pantry ingredients like oats, peanut butter, honey, and chocolate chips, they’re chewy, satisfying, and packed with protein and fiber.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup (130g) natural peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup (85g) honey
  • 1/3 cup (60g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
  • 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir together until evenly distributed.
  2. Add the wet ingredients: Spoon the peanut butter and honey into the bowl. Stir everything together with a spatula until the dough comes together. If too dry, add a teaspoon of water or extra honey; if too wet, add a tablespoon more oats.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips: Once the dough is fully combined, add the chocolate chips and fold gently until evenly distributed.
  4. Roll into balls: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, portion the dough into 12 to 14 balls. Roll each between your palms until smooth. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes: Refrigerate the balls to firm up. For a quicker option, freeze for 15 minutes.
  6. Enjoy: Once chilled, they’re ready to eat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter (just peanuts and salt) for best texture. If dough is too sticky, wet your hands with cold water while rolling. The balls firm up after chilling; flavors improve after a day in the fridge. For a chocolate version, replace 2 tablespoons of oats with unsweetened cocoa powder.

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