No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Balls
These No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Balls are a quick, high-protein snack made with almond flour, peanut butter, protein powder, honey, and chocolate chips. Perfect for meal prep, lunchboxes, post-workout fuel, and healthy snacking, they're naturally gluten-free and ready with just a few minutes of prep.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- rubber spatula
- tablespoon scoop
- airtight container
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups finely ground almond flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 tbsp almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
- Add the peanut butter, honey, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- Check the consistency by pressing some dough together. If it crumbles, add more almond milk one-half tablespoon at a time until it holds together.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and season with sea salt to taste.
- Place the bowl in the freezer for 25 minutes to firm up the dough.
- Remove from the freezer and roll the mixture into 18 balls about 1 inch in diameter using a tablespoon scoop or lightly dampened hands.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week and enjoy as desired.
Notes
Different protein powders absorb liquid differently, so start with the lower amount of almond milk and add more only if needed. Chilling the dough before rolling helps create smooth, evenly shaped protein balls. Store refrigerated for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.