No-Bake Protein Energy Balls
Chewy, portable protein balls made with oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips—the perfect grab-and-go snack for sustained energy.
PROTEIN 16g
CALORIES 234
P:E RATIO 6.8
TIME 10m
YIELD 6
P:E 6.8
ELITE DENSITY INVENTORY LIST
ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
1 cup (90g) rolled oats CARB BASE
1/2 cup (128g) natural peanut butter DAIRY
2 scoops (60g) chocolate whey protein powder FLAVOR
1/4 cup (85g) honey FLAVOR
2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips FLAVOR
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed FLAVOR
1 teaspoon vanilla extract FLAVOR
Pinch of salt FLAVOR
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Batching: If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of almond milk. Too sticky? Add more oats.
- Reheat: Microwave for 90s at 70% power.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
THE MACRO PREP
Combine oats, protein powder, ground flaxseed, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
02
VEGGIE STEAM-SAUTÉ
Add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms.
03
VEGGIE STEAM-SAUTÉ
Fold in chocolate chips.
04
THE ASSEMBLY
Refrigerate the dough for 15-20 minutes to make rolling easier.
05
STEP 5
Roll into 12 balls (about 2 tablespoons each). Place on a parchment-lined plate.
06
STEP 6
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.