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Easy No-Bake Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

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Quick and satisfying no-bake protein balls combining dark chocolate and peanut butter for a healthy snack that requires no oven and comes together in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • ½ cup (125g) natural peanut butter
  • ¼ cup (60ml) honey or maple syrup
  • ½ cup (90g) dark chocolate chips (70% cacao or higher)
  • 2 tbsp (20g) chia seeds (optional)
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (30g) mini chopped peanuts (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Measure and mix the dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chia seeds if using, salt, and mini chopped peanuts. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
  2. Warm the peanut butter and sweetener: In a small microwave-safe bowl, warm natural peanut butter and honey or maple syrup for 20-30 seconds to soften. Stir until smooth and combined.
  3. Add vanilla extract: Stir vanilla extract into the warm peanut butter mixture.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the peanut butter mixture into the bowl with oats and nuts. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or spatula until fully incorporated and sticky but firm enough to hold shape.
  5. Fold in dark chocolate chips gently to keep them whole.
  6. Form the balls: Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, yielding about 15-18 balls. If too sticky, wet hands slightly or chill mixture for 10 minutes.
  7. Chill to set: Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with wax or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Store and enjoy: Transfer set balls to an airtight container and keep refrigerated.

Notes

Use creamy peanut butter for best binding; if mixture is too sticky, chill before rolling. Fold chocolate chips in last to avoid melting. Substitute nut butters or sweeteners as needed for dietary preferences. Chilling or briefly freezing helps firm texture.

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