Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
These chocolate peanut butter protein balls taste like a Reeses peanut butter cup. Dead serious. When you’re searching for a pick-me-up snack, or just a low calorie protein ball recipe.. this is it! Not to mention it tastes AMAZING! In fact, my husband made multiple comments saying, “These are by far the best protein balls you’ve ever made.”
For a bar version, try my Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe. Equally easy and delicious!
It doesn’t stop there. He continued with:
“These are so good, I eat them as dessert.”
“When are you making more of those chocolate peanut butter protein balls?”
“Are you planning on posting them to your blog? Because you should. I really like them.”
And last but not least, Sunday night we sat down to eat a slice of leftover chocolate birthday cake and my husband turned down the cake because he’d rather eat one of these healthy balls. You guys!! I was stunned.
For another delicious and healthy peanut butter treat, try my Peanut Butter Bliss Balls!
Never before has he made soooo many comments about one particular recipe.
I’m considering this hands down the BEST protein ball recipe ever. Obviously I needed a breakfast recipe that tastes just like this one, so I made chocolate peanut butter protein oatmeal. It’s amazing!
I also have a snickerdoodle protein balls recipe that is absolutely delicious too!
Ingredients
If you’re wondering, “What’s in protein balls?” It’s quite simple. Only a few ingredients are needed to make this easy snack. An added bonus is that this recipe is naturally gluten-free and can be made vegan with simple substitutions.
- Old fashioned rolled oats
- Mini chocolate chips – totally optional, but I love the slight crunch it adds to the recipe.
- Chocolate protein powder – any brand will do.
- Peanut butter – I use creamy, you can also use a natural peanut butter.
- Honey
- Water
How to make Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl.
Using a large spoon, wooden spoon, or spatula, stir the ingredients until combined.
Pro tip: if the “dough” is too dry add more water, a teaspoon at a time, until the mixture reaches your satisfaction.
Using a small cookie scoop, portion the dough and then use your hands to roll the portioned dough into balls.
Place the balls on a parchment lined plate or small cookie sheet and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Remove from the refrigerator and transfer the balls to a ziplock bag or an airtight container.
These Reese’s-type protein balls will last in the fridge for 9-10 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months.
FAQs
Omit the honey and use a different sweetener perhaps maple syrup or agave. Also make sure you’re using a vegan protein powder.
In an airtight container or ziplock bag.
They will last for 9-10 days stored in the fridge or up to 2-3 months in the freezer.
Use a natural peanut butter.
Yes! Freeze for up to 3 months.
While this is more of a personal based question, protein balls are “good for you,” in that they’re full of protein. Protein makes you feel more full with less food. Rather than eating empty calorie foods, some people note that eating healthy protein balls helps curb their appetite and not snack on unhealthy foods throughout the day.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 cup peanut butter - (i like to do heaping 1/2 cup)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 teaspoons water
Equipment
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a medium sized bowl. Use a wooden spoon, large spoon, or spatula to mix everything together. If too dry, add an additional teaspoon or two of water to the “dough.”
- Roll into 1-1 ½ inch size balls.
- Place the balls on a small baking sheet or large plate lined with wax paper. Place the plate in the refrigerator to chill for 20 minutes. Transfer the balls to an airtight container and store in the fridge or freezer.
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162 Comments on “Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls”
Love this recipe. It’s the only one I use. I’m a pescatarian so I need extra protein to keep me full and lots of snacks. lol. I add hemp heart and/ or chia seeds to my mixture normally for that extra boost.
So glad to hear you love it, Cynthia. Thanks for your review!
How many are considered a serving l? I see 11 carbs but how many is that for please? Thanks!
Hi Melanie, one ball is considered a serving. The exact amount of carbs may vary based on how large or small your roll your protein balls, but it will be around 11 carbs.
These are delicious. I added some cinnamon, and 1 tbsp each of ground flax, hemp hearts and chia seeds.
Those are yummy additions Sabrina! I’m glad you liked this recipe.
Could this be done with PB powder?
Cassandra, I’m not super familiar with PB powder but I think it should work. I imagine you will just need to add more water.
These are so good! I tried them with dried cranberries instead of the chips and that was a nice twist.
Yum, what a great twist Jess! Thanks for your suggestion and rating.
I haven’t made any yet. I wanted to know if {natural} almond butter can be used instead?
Addy, you can definitely use almond butter but you may have to adjust ratios for natural almond butter. I haven’t used natural almond butter much but I assume like natural peanut butter it is much more liquid. You can try it with this recipe but maybe leave out the water, and you may need to add additional oatmeal or protein powder to help the mixture hold together. If you do try this recipe, please let me know how it goes! I’m sure other readers would love to know.
Hi Carley, thanks for that info. You were right. I cut the water in half and they came to the right consistency. I love these as a mid morning treat! 😍
Addy, so glad to hear that it worked! These are definitely a perfect mid-morning pick-me-up. 🙂
What if I don’t have chocolate protein powder? Can you tell me what to do for that? (I have vanilla protein powder)
Christy, use your vanilla protein powder and add just a teaspoon or two of cocoa powder to add chocolate flavor. Be aware this may slightly change the mixture of course, so you may need more water.
Thank you so much for responding !
You’re welcome! I hope they turned out great 🙂
Great recipe, super simple. The kids loved it. I used vanilla infused maple syrup and honey.
Yum! Glad your kids loved it, Kristina.
SO tasty!! I subbed maple syrup in for the honey because I was out of honey and they turned out amazing! I did have to add quite a bit more water to get them the right consistency to really stick together, they came out at 101 calories each with 5.2 G protein
Glad these turned out for you, Kristin! Maple syrup is a great substitute.
Made 16 of them, does 1 ball equal the nutrition facts?
Yes, the nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. 1 serving in this case is 1 protein ball. Keep in mind, the exact numbers can vary depending on how large you make 1 protein ball.
Great! How long do these last in the air tight container in fridge?😋
About 9-10 days in the fridge.
I made these today, so simple to make – it only takes a few minutes.
They are super yummy! Hopefully not too addictive; however what a great way to get extra protein into us – protein powder and natural peanut butter. I love the fact that they are not loaded with a ton of sugar – I can take 3 Tbsp per batch. I also added a Tbsp of chia seeds.
Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks, Linda! Glad they were a hit.
these were the easiest protein balls I’ve ever made!! I halved it and added a tablespoon of ground flaxseed to add some extra fiber and added extra water to balance it out! so yummy! thank you for this recipe!
Glad you enjoyed these protein balls Mary!
Wow these protein balls are soooo yummy. They are addicting! Perfect consistency and texture. Only wish I would have made a double batch!
So glad you enjoyed them McKenzie! Thanks for leaving a comment!
Do you think I could get more protein powder into this recipe?
Of course. Feel free to add what you’d like. You may need to add a touch more water to the mixture depending on how much more protein powder you add so the protein balls can come together.
Love!! My go to health fix
Really good recipe. I used PB fit instead of peanut butter and it tasted delicious.
Great switch! That sounds amazing! Thanks for the great review.
Could you give me a portion size for children?
I have a 4 year old and thinking about adding to her lunch box!
I mean, I usually eat 3-4 in a sitting, so 1-2 is good for kiddos! You can also check the nutrition facts to give you more information.
These protein balls are addicting thanks for the delicious recipe!
You’re welcome! Glad you love them, Andrea. Thanks for the great review!
These are soooooo good! Sometimes I add raisins as well.
Yummy! Love that addition. Thanks for the great review!
Used peanut butter cup protein powder 🤤 been making protein balls for years and recently tried this recipe and I’m glad I did. I feel I was missing the water to help them stick together even if not frozen. Thanks for the recipe!
So happy you love the recipe, Kelly!