Monster Cookie Protein Balls (Printable)

Chewy no-bake peanut butter oat bites with chocolate chips and colorful candies. Ready in 15 minutes, packed with protein for wholesome snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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

# How To Make It:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They satisfy that monster cookie craving without turning on your oven
  • My kids actually beg to help make them because its like playing with edible playdough
02 -
  • The dough will seem dry at first but keep mixing and it will come together perfectly
  • Warm honey is the secret weapon for getting the right consistency without adding more liquid
03 -
  • Slightly wet hands prevent the dough from sticking while rolling
  • Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes before shaping if it feels too crumbly

Go Back