Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups Rolled Oats
  • ½ cup Natural Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1/3 cup Honey or Maple Syrup
  • ½ cup Vanilla or Chocolate Protein Powder
  • 2 tbsp Ground Flaxseeds or Chia Seeds
  • 1/3 cup Dark Chocolate Chips
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/8 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1 tbsp Water or Almond Milk

Instructions:

  1. Combine the peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and sea salt in a medium mixing bowl. Stir until the mixture is a uniform, glossy mahogany color to create a stable emulsion.
  2. Add the rolled oats, protein powder, and flaxseeds to the wet mixture. Use a sturdy spatula to fold and press the dry ingredients into the nut butter base until well combined.
  3. Fold in the dark chocolate chips last to ensure even distribution without melting.
  4. The Hydration Rest: Cover the bowl and let the mixture sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. This allows the oats to pull moisture from the liquids, ensuring the balls hold their shape.
  5. Using a small 1-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out the dough. Roll the portions between your palms until smooth and spherical.
  6. Place the protein balls in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up before serving.