Description
Delicious, chewy protein balls inspired by classic monster cookies, perfect for a healthy snack or treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup M&Ms or similar candy-coated chocolate
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), protein powder, and vanilla extract. Stir until you achieve a smooth, cohesive mixture.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips and M&Ms.
- If the mixture feels too wet, add more oats or protein powder until it becomes firm but moldable.
- Use your hands to form small balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
Notes
For best results, use natural peanut butter and allow enough time for chilling. You can substitute peanut butter with nut-free options if necessary.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: monster cookies, protein balls, healthy snacks, kid-friendly recipes, no-bake snacks