Peanut Butter Protein Balls
By Coach Chris Newport, MS, RDN, LDN, CISSN, EP-C
How many times have you opened the fridge, stared into it, and wondered what kind of healthy treat you might be able to come up with that satisfies your sweet tooth without the guilt?
Peanut butter protein balls to the rescue! These babies are great for an afternoon snack or even a breakfast on-the-go.
Not into peanut butter? No problem. Use sunflower butter, almond butter, pecan butter or whatever nut or seed butter you prefer. Not matter what nut butter you’re using, be sure that it’s “wet” enough to combine with dry ingredients. So don’t pour off the oil from your favorite natural nut butter!
Wondering what kind of protein powder do you use?
We chose a whey protein powder in this recipe since it’s highly researched and effective at muscle maintenance and muscle building. If you use a vegan protein powder, you will need to add a little liquid since it’s more absorbent.
Since supplements are unregulated, we only choose products that have completed rigorous testing (we prefer Informed Choice approved). There are several we prefer, which are available under the “protein powder” tab on our online dispensary you can use here.
Enjoy!
Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup peanut butter smooth
- 1 T honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup ground chia or flax seed or double the protein powder
- shredded unsweetened coconut optional for rolling
- chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Mix peanut butter and honey together until smooth. If you warm it gently first in the microwave or on the stovetop, it's easier to combine.
- Stir in protein powder and flax or chia into peanut butter mixture until combined. You may have to use your hands for the best mixture. If it's too dry, add 1/2 tsp at a time of water or milk.
- Divide batter and roll into 14 balls. If desired, you can roll in shredded coconut (not the fake sweet stuff), cocoa powder, or more ground flax or chia seed.
