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Chocolate Protein Balls

These chocolate protein balls are a no-bake, high-protein snack made with oats, nut butter, cocoa powder, and protein powder, perfect for healthy snacking and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup nut butter
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • ½ cup chocolate protein powder
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts or seeds

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, protein powder, and cocoa powder.
  2. Add nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  3. Stir until a thick dough forms.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips, coconut, and nuts if using.
  5. Roll mixture into small balls using your hands.
  6. Place balls on a lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
  7. Serve chilled or store for later.

Notes

If the mixture feels too dry, add a small amount of nut butter or sweetener until it binds easily.