{"id":3682,"date":"2025-02-05T16:57:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T11:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=3682"},"modified":"2025-02-09T16:09:33","modified_gmt":"2025-02-09T10:39:33","slug":"healthy-chocolate-peanut-butter-balls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/healthy-chocolate-peanut-butter-balls\/","title":{"rendered":"Peanut Chocolate Protein Balls"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

These peanut chocolate protein balls<\/strong> are the easiest, most delicious treat you can whip up! The best part about these oat and peanut butter balls? They take just 20 minutes<\/em> to put together. The better part? The fudgy no-bake energy bites are so tasty they\u2019re gone in seconds!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I have kids that firmly fall in the \u201cforever-hungry\u201d zone. So, my pantry needs <\/em>quick snacks and pick-me-ups at all times. <\/em>Just like my peanut butter oat cups,<\/a> t<\/em>hese fabulous, fudgy, bite-sized, no-bake peanut butter balls fit the bill perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you love a quick, healthy snack that tastes like dessert, the chocolate peanut butter balls will become your new favorite! They\u2019re packed with peanut butter, chocolate, and just the right amount of sweetness\u2014like a Snickers bar but way <\/em>better!<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Perfect for meal prep, pre- or post-workout fuel, or whenever that chocolate craving hits!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Super, super, super simple to make - no baking, no fuss, just mix, roll, and enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refined-sugar-free and rich in protein to keep you going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A make-ahead, no-bake recipe that we all need.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Chocolate PB Protein Balls Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Oats:<\/strong> I used rolled oats like I did for my chocolate peanut butter no-bake cookies<\/a>, which work well. Make sure you use certified gluten-free oats to make gluten-free oats and peanut butter balls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peanut Butter: <\/strong>I like to use natural peanut butter. Stir it well before adding to the ingredients. A regular, commercial-brand peanut butter will also do as long as you melt it. We need a dripping consistency for this no-bake peanut butter balls recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sweetener:<\/strong> Maple syrup, honey, agave syrup, or date syrup \u2013 all of them work in adding sweetness and binding the dough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protein powder: <\/strong>I used a plant-based protein powder in chocolate flavor. Feel free to use your favorite brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil: <\/strong>I used melted coconut oil to help bind all the ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milk<\/strong>: Don\u2019t have homemade almond milk<\/a>? Use oat milk<\/a>, cashew milk<\/a>, or regular milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate:<\/strong> I love 70% dark chocolate. I melted it to make chocolate-covered peanut butter balls. You can use whichever chocolate you love, or completely skip it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toppings<\/strong> are optional. I chose crushed peanuts for that extra texture and sea salt to balance the sweetness.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Protein Balls Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nut butter:<\/strong> Not a peanut butter fan? No problem! Swap it out for almond, walnut, pecan, or cashew butter\u2014whatever you love. Need a nut-free option? Sunflower seed butter works perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seeds<\/strong>: Toss in some chia or flax seeds for an extra boost to these chocolate peanut butter protein balls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d rather skip the protein powder, just swap it for an equal amount of oats to make chewy oatmeal peanut butter protein balls. You can also mix in some dried fruit for a little natural sweetness. There\u2019s no wrong way to customize these!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How To Make Peanut Chocolate Protein Balls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Step 1: <\/strong>Combine rolled oats, cocoa powder, and protein powder in a blender or food processor and process until you get a fine powder.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2:<\/strong> Add peanut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and almond milk. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Mix well to make a soft, slightly sticky dough. You may need to add more almond milk.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4:<\/strong> Form into 14 even-sized balls.Place on a parchment tray and place in the fridge for 5-10 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5:<\/strong> Dip each ball into the melted chocolate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 6:<\/strong> Top with crushed peanuts and sea salt. Refrigerate for 10 minutes until set. Enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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