Monster Cookie Protein Balls (Print Version)

Chewy no-bake protein balls with peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips and colorful candies. Ready in 15 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
05 - 1/3 cup honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-Ins

07 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
08 - 1/3 cup mini M&Ms or candy-coated chocolates

# Directions:

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 into 1-inch balls with your hands.
05 - Arrange the balls on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to set before serving for optimal texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste like cookie dough but actually fuel you with 5 grams of protein per ball
  • The texture is perfectly chewy and the candy makes them feel like a treat
  • You can make a whole batch in 15 minutes without ever turning on the oven
02 -
  • The dough will feel very sticky at first but becomes manageable once chilled
  • If your mixture is too dry, add another teaspoon of honey until it holds together
  • Warm hands make rolling easier so run them under warm water before starting
03 -
  • Let the dough sit for 10 minutes before rolling to make it less sticky
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform balls that look professional and cook evenly

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