Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls — Salt & Baker (2024)

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by Whitney //October 8, 2019 (updated January 24, 2022)

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These chocolate peanut butter protein balls taste like a Reeses peanut butter cup. Dead serious. When you’re searching for a pick-me-up snack, or just a low calorie protein ball recipe.. this is it! Not to mention it tastes AMAZING! In fact, my husband made multiple comments saying, “These are by far the best protein balls you’ve ever made.”

For a bar version, try my Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe. Equally easy and delicious!

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It doesn’t stop there. He continued with:

“These are so good, I eat them as dessert.”

“When are you making more of those chocolate peanut butter protein balls?”

“Are you planning on posting them to your blog? Because you should. I really like them.”

And last but not least, Sunday night we sat down to eat a slice of leftover chocolate birthday cake and my husband turned down the cake because he’d rather eat one of these healthy balls. You guys!! I was stunned.

For another delicious and healthy peanut butter treat, try my Peanut Butter Bliss Balls!

Never before has he made soooo many comments about one particular recipe.

I’m considering this hands down the BEST protein ball recipe ever. Obviously I needed a breakfast recipe that tastes just like this one, so I made chocolate peanut butter protein oatmeal. It’s amazing!

I also have a snickerdoodle protein balls recipe that is absolutely delicious too!

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Ingredients

If you’re wondering, “What’s in protein balls?” It’s quite simple. Only a few ingredients are needed to make this easy snack.An added bonus is that this recipe is naturally gluten-free and can be made vegan with simple substitutions.

  • Old fashioned rolled oats
  • Mini chocolate chips – totally optional, but I love the slight crunch it adds to the recipe.
  • Chocolate protein powder – any brand will do.
  • Peanut butter – I use creamy, you can also use a natural peanut butter.
  • Honey
  • Water

How to make Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl.

Using a large spoon, wooden spoon, or spatula, stir the ingredients until combined.

Pro tip: if the “dough” is too dry add more water, a teaspoon at a time, until the mixture reaches your satisfaction.

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Using a small cookie scoop, portion the dough and then use your hands to roll the portioned dough into balls.

Place the balls on a parchment lined plate or small cookie sheet and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Remove from the refrigerator and transfer the balls to a ziplock bag or an airtight container.

These Reese’s-type protein balls will last in the fridge for 9-10 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months.

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FAQs

How to make protein balls vegan?

Omit the honey and use a different sweetener perhaps maple syrup or agave. Also make sure you’re using a vegan protein powder.

How should you store protein balls?

In an airtight container or ziplock bag.

How long are protein balls good for?

They will last for 9-10 days stored in the fridge or up to 2-3 months in the freezer.

How to make protein balls low carb

Use a natural peanut butter.

Can protein balls be frozen?

Yes! Freeze for up to 3 months.

Why are protein balls good for you?

While this is more of a personal based question, protein balls are “good for you,” in that they’re full of protein. Protein makes you feel more full with less food. Rather than eating empty calorie foods, some people note that eating healthy protein balls helps curb their appetite and not snack on unhealthy foods throughout the day.

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More Protein Ball Recipes

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  • Almond Joy Bites
  • Pumpkin Energy Balls

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4.99 from 155 votes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

An easy protein ball recipe that will have you eating this for breakfast, snack, and dessert! 😉

Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

chill time: 20 minutes mins

Total Time: 25 minutes mins

Servings: 16 balls

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to a medium sized bowl. Use a wooden spoon, large spoon, or spatula to mix everything together. If too dry, add an additional teaspoon or two of water to the “dough.”

  • Roll into 1-1 ½ inch size balls.

  • Place the balls on a small baking sheet or large plate lined with wax paper. Place the plate in the refrigerator to chill for 20 minutes. Transfer the balls to an airtight container and store in the fridge or freezer.

  • If you love this recipe, I would love if you left a rating and comment on saltandbaker.com. Thank you!

Video

Notes

Serving size might vary, it depends on how big you make the balls. You can make them really small for a bite size snack, or larger.

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcal (5%)Carbohydrates: 11g (4%)Protein: 4g (8%)Fat: 5g (8%)Saturated Fat: 1g (5%)Cholesterol: 3mg (1%)Sodium: 49mg (2%)Potassium: 88mg (3%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 6g (7%)Vitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 25mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

author: Whitney Wright

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

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originally published October 8, 2019 — last updated January 24, 2022 // 150 Comments

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    150 Comments on “Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls”

  1. Claire Reply

    It’s soooo delicious!

    • Carley - Salt & Baker Reply

      So glad you love it, Claire!

  2. Belinda Reply

    I make these monthly for my teenage grandsons. I put 2 in snack ziplock bags and put them in their freezer. They throw a bag in their backpack and eat them after school before practice or games to tide them over. They love them!

    • Carley - Salt & Baker Reply

      They are so lucky to have a grandma like you!

  3. Katie Reply

    Husband sure loves these! Simple ingredients, and fast to make.

    • Carley - Salt & Baker Reply

      Glad to hear this recipe is a win!

  4. monique duncan-williams Reply

    Love this easy protein ball recipe. I didn’t have mini chocolate chips so I substituted peanut butter chips.

    • Carley - Salt & Baker Reply

      Extra peanut butter? Amazing! Thanks for your review, Monique!

  5. Dawn Reply

    These are delicious!!! I typically have a hard time eating protein powder in items due to taste and texture, BUT these actually taste sinful. This will be a staple item for sure!

    • Carley - Salt & Baker Reply

      So happy you like the taste of these Dawn! Protein powder can be a difficult thing to “mask” for those of us who don’t love the taste. Thanks for trying them and sharing your review!

  6. Christiana Reply

    I come back to this recipe over and over. It’s delicious and filling.

    • Carley - Salt & Baker Reply

      Glad to hear this is on repeat for you Christiana! Thanks for sharing 🙂

  7. Brenda Erb Reply

    These are by far the Best protein balls I’ve made. I had gastric sleeve surgery in March, and these are excellent for me. They are so good!!!
    I doubled the recipe and sent some with my husband as he is an over the road truck driver and he needs to eat healthy too!! Thank you so much for sharing this delicious healthy recipe.. You’re awesome!!

    • Carley - Salt & Baker Reply

      Brenda, I am so happy to hear that you love this recipe, and it works so well for both you and your husband. Thank you!

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