Monster Cookie Protein Balls (Printable Version)

Chewy no-bake bites with peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, and colorful candies. Wholesome 15-minute protein-packed snack.

# What You’ll 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, uniform dough forms.

03 - 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, applying gentle pressure to hold shape.

05 - Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to achieve optimal texture and firmness.

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They taste exactly like monster cookies but with actual protein to keep you full
The whole process takes 15 minutes and zero baking, which is basically magic

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If your dough feels too dry to roll add another teaspoon of honey I've had this happen with different protein powder brands
Room temperature ingredients mix so much easier than cold ones

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Measure the peanut butter by weight not volume for consistent results every time
Double the recipe if you're feeding a crowd or want to freeze some