Monster Cookie Protein Balls (Printable)

Chewy peanut butter oat balls with chocolate chips and colorful candies. Protein-packed, no-bake, ready in 15 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
05 - 1/3 cup honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-Ins

07 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
08 - 1/3 cup mini M&Ms or candy-coated chocolates

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, stir together the oats, protein powder, and salt until evenly blended.
02 - Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until a thick, homogeneous dough forms.
03 - Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and mini M&Ms until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
04 - Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls with your hands.
05 - Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to set for optimal texture.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • No oven required and ready in 15 minutes flat
  • That perfect chewy texture that makes them feel like an indulgence
  • Customizable with whatever candy or mix-ins you have on hand
02 -
  • If your mixture is too crumbly to roll, add another teaspoon of honey or a tiny splash of water
  • Warm hands make rolling easier, so run them under warm water before shaping if the dough is stiff
  • These need the chill time to firm up or they'll fall apart when you try to eat them
03 -
  • Let your peanut butter come to room temperature before mixing for easier combining
  • Line your container with parchment paper to prevent sticking during storage
  • If using natural peanut butter, add an extra tablespoon of honey to help bind everything

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