Heart-Healthy Protein Peanut Butter Clusters
Indulge in a guilt-free snack with these Heart-Healthy Protein Peanut Butter Clusters—a quick and easy recipe loaded with nutritious ingredients to fuel your day! Made with natural peanut butter, toasted almonds, pumpkin seeds, and quick oats, these no-bake clusters are packed with heart-friendly fats, plant-based protein, and fiber to keep you energized. A scoop of whey protein powder adds an extra protein boost, while dark chocolate chips and a touch of honey provide a naturally sweet, antioxidant-rich finish. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, these deliciously chewy and crunchy treats are perfect for meal prep, post-workout snacks, or a satisfying midday pick-me-up. Store them in the fridge to enjoy a healthy snack that stays fresh for up to two weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 0.5 cup raw almonds
- 0.5 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 1 cup quick oats
- 0.5 cup chocolate or plain whey protein powder
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spread the raw almonds and pumpkin seeds evenly on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes until fragrant. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Remove the toasted almonds and pumpkin seeds from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the natural peanut butter and honey. Stir until they are well mixed.
Add the quick oats, protein powder, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the peanut butter mixture and continue mixing until everything is well combined.
Gently fold in the cooled almonds, pumpkin seeds, and dark chocolate chips, ensuring the mixture is well distributed.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Use a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop to portion out the mixture into clusters, placing them on the prepared baking sheet. Press lightly to help them hold their shape.
Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, allowing the clusters to firm up.
Once set, store the peanut butter clusters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.6 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.7 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1903 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.6 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.9 g | 178% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.6 g | ||
| Protein | 195.8 g | 392% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1012 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 37.4 mg | 208% | |
| Potassium | 3700 mg | 79% | |
*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.
