Description

Delicious and nutritious Brownie Protein Bites made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, natural peanut butter, cocoa powder, and protein powder. These no-bake energy balls are perfect for a quick snack or post-workout boost, combining rich chocolate flavor with a satisfying texture.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats (90g)
¼ cup cocoa powder (25g), natural unsweetened
½ cup chocolate protein powder (50g), optional
1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal
Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

½ cup natural peanut butter (125g), unsweetened and unsalted
⅓ cup honey or maple syrup (80ml)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips (45g), optional

Instructions

Mix the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, cocoa powder, protein powder, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly distributed to form a uniform base.
Combine the wet ingredients: Add natural peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Using a spatula, mix thoroughly until the mixture is crumbly but well combined.
Adjust texture: Fold in mini dark chocolate chips. If the mixture is too dry to hold shape, add water or almond milk gradually, one teaspoon at a time, until sticky enough for forming.
Shape the bites: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into balls by hand. Arrange them on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Chill and enjoy: Refrigerate the protein bites for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up. For faster chilling, place them in the freezer for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use natural and unsweetened peanut butter for the healthiest option.
Substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan-friendly alternative.
Protein powder is optional but adds extra protein to the bites.
For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
Store protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey/maple syrup according to taste.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: brownie protein bites, no-bake energy balls, healthy snacks, protein bites, peanut butter snacks, chocolate protein bites