Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls (Printer View)

Rich no-bake chocolate peanut butter energy balls with oats and plant protein. Ready in 15 minutes for quick, healthy snacking.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/4 cup vegan chocolate chips
04 - 1/4 cup plant-based protein powder, vanilla or chocolate flavored
05 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter, smooth or crunchy
07 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Method:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, protein powder, and sea salt.
02 - In a separate bowl, stir together the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly with a spatula or your hands until a dough forms.
04 - If the mixture is too dry, add non-dairy milk one teaspoon at a time, stirring until it holds together.
05 - Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining dough.
06 - Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
07 - Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in fifteen minutes without any baking, which means you can make them while your coffee brews.
  • Each ball tastes legitimately indulgent while packing real protein that actually keeps you full.
  • They survive a week in the fridge and travel beautifully, making them perfect for meal prep or last-minute gifts.
02 -
  • Don't skip the refrigeration—I once tried to serve them warm and they were basically peanut butter soup, which looked sad on a plate.
  • Room temperature peanut butter makes mixing infinitely easier, so let it sit out for a few minutes if yours came straight from the cold.
03 -
  • Chill your hands under cold water before rolling if the dough is being sticky—this simple step is literally the difference between frustration and smooth sailing.
  • Make a double batch because the effort is identical but you'll have snacks for two weeks, and future you will be genuinely grateful.
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