Satisfy your sweet tooth and boost your energy with these delicious and healthy chocolate peanut butter protein balls! Made with rolled oats, natural peanut butter, cocoa powder, chia seeds, and chocolate protein powder, these vegan and gluten-free protein balls are the perfect snack for any time of day. Follow along with me as I show you how to make this easy and tasty recipe. Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more delicious vegetarian recipes from Tasty Souls!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls:
Ingredients:
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup natural peanut butter
1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup chia seeds
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, chia seeds, protein powder, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
2. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion the mixture into small balls, about 1-2 tablespoons each.
3. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
4. Store the chocolate peanut butter protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Optional: You can also roll the protein balls in shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or cocoa powder for extra texture and flavor.
I hope you enjoy making and eating these delicious and healthy protein balls!