How to Make 4 Ingredient Healthy Oatmeal Protein Balls (2024)

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Oatmeal protein balls are just another delicious snack that we love around here. Ditch the sugary snacks and say hello to delicious, on-the-go energy! These healthy protein balls with oats are packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butter, and protein powder to keep you feeling satisfied and fueled all day long.

They’re perfect for a quick breakfast, a post-workout pick-me-up, or a curb your-afternoon cravings treat. Plus, the best part? They’re super easy to make with no baking required!

These homemade protein balls have only 4 ingredients, are gluten-free, dairy-free, clean eating, and so tasty.

I love homemade protein balls. They’re one of my healthiest and cleanest go-to snacks! I always keep a container in the fridge for those moments when I need something quick, easy, and satisfying to curb sweet cravings.

However, I’ll admit, sometimes they’re just so delicious I might go overboard! But the good news is, these chocolate chip peanut butter oatmeal energy balls are gluten-free and refined sugar-free, making them a guilt-free indulgence.

Some days I reach for raw nuts, but other days I crave something sweet and peanut buttery. This recipe is a family favorite, and it hits the spot every time!

What You Need to Make This Oatmeal Protein Balls Recipe

To make these delicious oat protein balls you will need a few basic kitchen tools and 4 ingredients. You will need:

2/3 cup natural peanut butter
1/2 cup cacao chips (85% or higher)
1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
2 Tbsp raw honey

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Make sure to check out my protein ball recipe essentials for all the things you need to make homemade protein balls.

Ingredients Tips and Substitutions

We only need four simple ingredients to get started! These wholesome staples are regulars in my clean-eating kitchen, and for good reason – they’re incredibly versatile and show up in tons of recipes.

As with many of my peanut butter snack recipes, feel free to swap in almond butter if that’s your jam. Speaking of peanut and almond butter, I’m a huge fan of Trader Joe’s brand. If you don’t have one nearby, no worries, you can get it online here: peanut butter. Many brands sneak in unnecessary oils and sugar. Check the ingredients and opt for a brand that uses only the nut and nothing else.

How to Make Chocolate Chip Protein Balls with Oats

First, combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl.

Mix the ingredients thoroughly.

After preparing your peanut butter chocolate chip oatmeal balls mixture, it’s best to refrigerate it for approximately 30 minutes. Rolling them at room temperature can be challenging, but chilling the mixture helps it to firm up, making it easier to form into balls. If you’re in a hurry, a brief stint in the freezer for a few minutes can also do the trick, but be careful not to let them freeze completely.

Once the oatmeal ball mixture has firmed up slightly, it’s time to roll! Use a small cookie scoop to ensure uniform size, and form 1-inch balls onto a sheet of parchment paper.

After rolling all the peanut butter energy balls, pop them in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to a week. Easy grab-and-go snacks.

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Easy Homemade Protein Balls

There you have it! These protein-packed oatmeal balls are a breeze to make and require no baking. With wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butter, and a touch of honey for sweetness, they’re the perfect on-the-go snack to keep you energized all day long. Now you have a satisfying and guilt-free snack ready to tackle anything your day throws your way.

Gluten-free oats provide 6 grams of protein for every 1/2 cup serving, and peanut butter provides 8 grams of protein for every 2 Tbsp. You can enjoy these oatmeal balls as is, or add protein powder for an extra boost of protein.

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If you like his oatmeal protein ball recipe and love this kind of clean eating snacks then make sure to check out these No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars! You will love them!

FAQs and Recipe Variations

Can I use maple syrup instead of honey? Sure, why not?
Can I use a different nut butter than peanut butter? Of course. You can use almond butter, cashew butter, or even sunflower seed butter. The nut butter provides a great source of healthy fats for this easy energy balls recipe.
Are these good for a post-workout snack? Sure. You can leave the recipe as is, or add a little bit of vanilla protein powder or chocolate protein powder to transform these into delicious oatmeal peanut butter protein balls.
Can I use mini chocolate chips? You surecan!

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Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Energy Bites Recipe (Printable Version)

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Additional Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Healthy no bake peanut butter chocolate chip oatmeal protein bites for a clean eating snack.

Ingredients

2/3 cups natural peanut butter
1/2 cup cacao chips (85% or higher)
1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
2 Tbsp raw honey

Instructions

Mix all 4 ingredients (oats, peanut butter, honey, and chocolate chips in a medium-sized bowl.
Place the oatmeal protein balls mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes (or freezer for 10 minutes)
When the mixture has firmed up a bit roll into 1-inch balls.
Store in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.