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Peanut Butter Protein Balls – simple and easy homemade snacks are the best! These little protein bites are loaded with protein powder, flax seed, oat, honey, and even a little bit of chocolate!
Homemade snacks that you can make and have ready in about 15 minutes are the best! You can have them stashed in the fridge for when you are in a hurry or when you just need a little something. Plus you can mix them up a million different ways, to make them however you like!

These No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls were the first little energy bite that I ever made. But I wanted to mix it up, and bump up the protein a little bit more. So I came up with these. Vanilla protein powder is added and it definitely helps bump up the protein and keep you fuller longer.
I also like to add flax meal for some fiber, but if you don’t have any don’t worry, they work just fine without it!
What You’ll Need
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- Old Fashioned Oats – you can use quick cooking oats, but the texture will be a little different.
- Creamy Peanut Butter – If you want added crunch, you can use crunchy peanut butter. Or use any other nut butter for these Almond Butter Protein Balls
- Honey – you could also use maple syrup or agave
- Protein Powder – I used vanilla for these, but any flavor works great!
- Flax Meal – I buy the already pre-ground flax seed
- Mini Chocolate Chips – mini M&M’s are also a fun twist.
If you are a chocolate fan, be sure to check out my Chocolate Protein Balls for a little something different.
How To Make Peanut Butter Protein Balls
- Mix. Add all of the ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix until everything is well combined.
- Roll. I like to use a small cookie scoop to make sure all of the balls are the same size. Roll tightly into a ball and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Store. Place the baking sheet in the fridge for 1-2 hours for them to set up, and then store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Protein Ball Mix-In Ideas
You really can mix these up a million different ways with different mix ins. Here are a few great ideas.
- Dried Fruit
- White or Dark Chocolate
- Nuts
- Coconut
- Chia Seeds
Storage
Store protein balls in an airtight container for up to about 2 weeks in the fridge. You can also store them in the freezer. Make a double batch and have some in the fridge, and some in the freezer for later. They will last for 3-4 months in an airtight container.
These are a great snack to have on hand for pre and post workout as well. They are just enough to take the edge off, give you a little bit of energy, but not leave you hurting during your workout.
Other Snack Recipes to Try
- Soft and Chewy Granola Bars
- Homemade Granola Bars
- Party Mix
- Homemade Granola
- Frozen Yogurt Bites
- Protein Bars
Peanut Butter Protein Balls
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup ground flax meal
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine all of the ingredients and mix until well blended and it starts to stick together.1 1/2 cup old fashioned oats, 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/3 cup honey, 2 scoops vanilla protein powder, 1/4 cup ground flax meal, 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
- Form about 30 equal portions and roll into balls.
- Place on a baking sheet and put in the fridge until they are set.
- Store in an air tight container in the fridge or freezer.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Nice! These look and sound so good, can’t wait to get a batch going!
This would be a perfect afternoon snack for my family! Sounds so good!
These are the perfect afternoon snack! Love the peanut butter flavor!