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Oatmeal Bliss Balls

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These oatmeal bliss balls are an easy energy ball recipe with no food processor needed. They're a no-bake treat made with simple ingredients and minimal added sugar!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (268g) natural peanut butter
  • 3/4 cup (91g) old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup (53g) vanilla whey protein isolate
  • 1/4 cup (87g) honey
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, optional

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix all ingredients in a large mixing bowl (except chocolate chips if you want to drizzle melted chocolate on top).
  3. Roll peanut butter mixture into balls, ~1 tablespoon in size using a measuring spoon or small cookie scoop.
  4. Place onto baking sheet, ~1-2 inches apart.
  5. Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, ~30-60 seconds.
  6. Using a fork, scoop some melted chocolate and slowly drizzle onto bliss balls.
  7. Put the bites into the refrigerator or freezer for 5-10 minutes, just for the chocolate to harden.
  8. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Store these energy bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or fridge for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months!
  • These are the perfect meal prep recipe for a healthy snack or breakfast when you have those busy mornings. Simply make 1-2 batches of this oatmeal bliss ball recipe ahead of time and store in a sealed container in the fridge or freezer until you're ready to enjoy!
  • These chocolate peanut butter bliss balls also make a great party or potluck recipe! I'll sometimes double this recipe and make a bunch for a party or get-together with friends and family. They definitely don't last long!

Substitutions

  • You can substitute any nut or seed butter for peanut butter: sunflower butter, cashew butter, almond butter, etc.
  • Pure maple syrup can be used in lieu of honey.
  • I haven't tried using plant-based protein powder in this recipe, so you may need to tweak the honey and peanut butter amounts to result in the same texture as whey!
  • Instant or quick oats can be substituted for old-fashioned; however, steel cut oats won't work as well.

Variations

  • Add 1-2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and/or use chocolate whey isolate protein for double chocolate protein balls! I'd add an extra tablespoon or two of honey to help bind the cocoa powder.
  • Add 1-2 tablespoons of chia seeds or hemp seeds for an extra boost of fiber and healthy fats and texture.
  • Throw in 2-3 tablespoons of raisins, dried cranberries, dried apple chunks, or even chopped medjool dates to put a fruity spin on these protein balls!

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