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    Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

    Last Updated: Apr 11, 2025 · Published: Jan 20, 2021 · by Seanna Borrows · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. · 4 Comments

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    Craving a healthy snack? These Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls with steel cut oats are the perfect bite-sized boost to power your day!

    Image of bite sized Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein balls drizzled with chocolate with chocolate chips sprinkled on white plate on light blue linen napkin.

    Looking for a healthy snack that actually satisfies? These steel cut oats protein balls are chewy, chocolatey, and loaded with energy-boosting goodness. You’ll love how simple they are to whip up—no baking required!

    A friend shared this recipe with me, and I was instantly hooked—I couldn’t stop eating them! These make the perfect homemade treat for game day, an after-school snack, or even a quick grab-and-go breakfast. They’re a wholesome, budget-friendly alternative to store-bought protein bars—and taste way better, too.

    Looking for something sweeter? You've gotta try our 3 Ingredient No Bake Oreo Balls Recipe. They're so good! And don't miss our other delicious dessert recipes like our delicious chocolate chip bundt cake!

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • No baking required—ready in minutes
    • Made with wholesome, pantry-friendly ingredients
    • Great for meal prep or a quick post-workout bite
    • Kid-friendly and naturally sweetened
    • Easy to customize for gluten-free, dairy-free, or nut-free needs

    Here's What You Need

    Ingredients for Balls

    • steel cut oats - Substitute: Rolled oats or quick oats for a softer texture.
    • protein powder - Substitute: Collagen peptides or skip altogether.
    • dark chocolate chips, melted
    • peanut butter - Natural, unsweetened peanut butter works best.
      Substitute: Almond butter, sunflower seed butter for nut-free option
    • honey - May substitute agave nectar, or maple syrup.

    Topping

    • dark chocolate chips, melted

    See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    Variations

    • Add chopped nuts or seeds for crunch
    • Stir in shredded coconut for texture
    • Replace chocolate chips with cocoa powder for a lighter version

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    How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

    These steel cut oats protein balls are super simple to make following these simple steps.

    Combine Ingredients and Shape Balls

    Image of measured Ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls in food processor.

    STEP 1. Place all ingredients for balls into a food processor and process until smooth.

    Bite sized balls drizzled with chocolate with chocolate chips sprinkled on white plate on light blue linen napkin.

    STEP 2. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 10 minutes to help them set.

    Topping

    Bite sized Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein balls drizzled with chocolate pictured in rows on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

    STEP 3. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave on high for 1 minute.

    STEP 4. Remove the chilled protein balls from the freezer and drizzle with melted chocolate. Let set for a few minutes, then enjoy!

    Bite sized balls drizzled with chocolate with chocolate chips sprinkled on white plate on light blue linen napkin.

    Recipe FAQs

    Are protein balls actually healthy?

    These steel cut oats protein balls are a healthy source of protein and fiber.

    How to store protein balls?

    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer.

    What if protein balls are too dry?

    If they are too dry and crumbly, add more peanut butter or honey for more moisture.

    ✨Not into the Chocolate? Try our tasty Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe.

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    Bite sized balls drizzled with chocolate with chocolate chips sprinkled on white plate on light blue linen napkin.

    Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

    Craving a healthy snack? These chocolate peanut butter protein balls with steel cut oats are the perfect bite-sized boost to power your day!
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    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 24 Balls
    Calories: 165kcal
    Author: Seanna Borrows

    Equipment

    • food processor
    • half bakers sheet
    • rubber spatula
    • cookie scoop

    Ingredients 

    • 1 Cup organic steel cut oats
    • 1 Cup protein powder
    • ½ Cup organic flax meal
    • ½ Cup organic dark chocolate chips melted.
    • ¾ Cup organic peanut butter
    • ⅓ Cup organic honey
    • 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ Cup organic dark chocolate chips melted, reserved.
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    Instructions

    • Combine Ingredients. Place all ingredients for balls into a food processor.
      1 Cup organic steel cut oats, 1 Cup protein powder, ½ Cup organic flax meal, ½ Cup organic dark chocolate chips, ¾ Cup organic peanut butter, ⅓ Cup organic honey, 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Pulse to Combine. Pulse ingredients until mixture is smooth.
    • Shape Balls. Take a small amounts of mixture and roll it into 1 inch round balls.
    • Freeze. Place balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for 10 minutes.
    • Melt Chips. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave on high for 1 minute.
      ½ Cup organic dark chocolate chips
    • Drizzle on the Chocolate. Take prepared balls out of freezer and drizzle each with melted chocolate.  Enjoy!

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    Notes

    Storage Suggestions:  Store these Protein Balls in the freezer so you can have a healthy snack on hand to crush those cravings for something sweet in between meals!
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 136mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Kate U says

      February 08, 2022 at 5:13 pm

      These are not only healthy… they are delicious!!! Love the storage tip ideas too! They definitely need to be frozen or they are gone very quickly:)

      Reply
      • Seanna says

        February 09, 2022 at 8:26 am

        Thank you! I like to hide them in the freezer too!

        Reply
    2. Laura says

      April 13, 2021 at 6:40 pm

      5 stars
      These are so yummy. I made them for my daughter. She's a rummer and always needs some extra energy. LOL

      Reply
      • Seanna says

        April 14, 2021 at 3:36 pm

        Don't we all! I keep them around for my athletes, too. But they go fast, so I hide them in the freezer!

        Reply
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