Easy Peanut Butter Protein Bites: Best 5-Minute Snack
A simple, no-bake snack made with just a few pantry staples. These protein bites provide quick energy and satisfy sweet cravings without the fuss of baking or complex ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15-20 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup (90g) quick oats or rolled oats
- ½ cup (approx. 50g) protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 2–3 tablespoons (30-45ml) honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- If using rolled oats, pulse them in a food processor or blender for 10-15 times until they resemble coarse sand or flour.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the processed oats (or regular oats) and protein powder. Whisk together to distribute evenly.
- Add the creamy peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Stir the wet ingredients together until smooth before gradually adding the dry mixture.
- Mix firmly until the mixture resembles damp sand and holds together when squeezed. Adjust with more honey if too dry or more protein powder/oats if too sticky.
- If the mixture is too sticky to handle, cover the bowl and freeze for 10 minutes to firm up the peanut butter.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the bites for at least 20 minutes to allow them to firm up completely.
- Transfer to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
Ensure peanut butter is thick and sticky, avoiding varieties with added oils. If using whey protein, the bites contain dairy. For a vegan option, use plant-based protein powder and maple syrup. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approx. 1 ta
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
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