No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Balls
These no bake peanut butter chocolate chip protein balls are a quick, healthy snack packed with protein, wholesome ingredients, and rich peanut butter flavor. Made in one bowl with no oven required, they're perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, post-workout fuel, and easy weekly meal prep.
Servings: 12 protein balls
Calories: 185kcal
Cost: 2
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- rubber spatula
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- small cookie scoop optional
- airtight storage container
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 3 tbsp honey
- 4-6 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup mini dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- Add the almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and ground cinnamon to a medium mixing bowl. Whisk together until evenly combined and free of lumps.
- Add the peanut butter, honey, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Stir with a spoon or spatula until a soft dough forms.
- Fold the dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Add sea salt and test the dough consistency. If too dry, add a little more almond milk. If too wet, add a small amount of almond flour.
- Place the bowl in the freezer for 25 minutes to firm up the mixture.
- Remove from the freezer and divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball about 1 inch in diameter.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Use natural peanut butter for the best texture. Different protein powders absorb liquid differently, so start with the lower amount of almond milk and add more as needed. Chill the dough before rolling for easier shaping. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.