Monster Cookie Protein Balls (Printable)

Chewy peanut butter and oat energy bites loaded with chocolate chips and colorful candies. No-bake, protein-packed snack ready in 15 minutes.

# What You Need:

01 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder

03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

04 - 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter

05 - 1/3 cup honey

06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

07 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips

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

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 to the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly until a thick, cohesive 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 between your palms into 1-inch balls.

05 - Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to set. Serve chilled for optimal texture.

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They come together in literally 15 minutes with zero baking required
The protein powder actually disappears into the flavor instead of leaving that weird powdery aftertaste

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If your dough is too crumbly to roll, add another teaspoon of honey and let it sit for 5 minutes before trying again
Wet your hands slightly between every few balls to prevent the mixture from sticking to your palms

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Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes before rolling if it feels too soft, the oats will absorb some moisture
These actually taste better after a day in the fridge when the flavors have had time to meld