After School Protein Snack
Fuel your afternoons with this easy and nourishing After School Protein Snack! These no-bake protein balls are packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, peanut butter, and vanilla protein powder, creating a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and natural sweetness. A touch of honey and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips add just the right amount of indulgence, while optional chia seeds and ground flaxseed offer an extra boost of nutrition. Ready in just 10 minutes and requiring no cooking, these bite-sized snacks are ideal for busy schedules and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for longer. Perfect for an after-school pick-me-up or a grab-and-go energy boost, this recipe is a delightful combination of health and convenience the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.5 cup vanilla protein powder
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, mini chocolate chips, chia seeds (if using), and ground flaxseed (if using). Stir until evenly combined.
Add the peanut butter and honey to the dry ingredients. Mix well with a spoon or your hands until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency.
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture to form approximately 12 protein balls.
Place the protein balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Refrigerate the protein balls for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Enjoy as a quick, healthy snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.4 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 176 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
