Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites

Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites

These Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites are high in protein, healthy fats, and fiber. In 10 minutes, you can make this snack with healthy ingredients you probably have in your pantry!

Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites

So, we will admit. We kinda have a thing for sweet breakfast ideas. First, there were the Cinnamon Raisin Almond Butter Bites, then the overnight french toast. And now, we bring you these incredible Peanut Butter Energy Bites! It's no wonder breakfast is our favorite meal of the day.

This recipe requires has a lot going for it. You don't need to bake it. It's both vegan and gluten free. You likely have the ingredients on hand. Expensive? Nope. It's just cents a serving!  We love it as an afternoon snack just because, or before or after a workout. Heck, call it dessert.

And we almost forget to mention that it is loaded with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, which we all know are essential components to fat loss. So, make a batch or two or three this meal prep Sunday. Share them with friends or co-workers or keep them all for yourself because we know how hard you work. And everyone deserves a little something sweet every day. Denial doesn't work. Creatively satisfying your cravings does work, however.

Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp. ground flax
  • 2 tbsp. agave nectar
  • ½ cup peanut butter, or nut butter of choice
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder
  • ¼ cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup water

How to Make Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites

The key here to help all of this stick together is making a chia and protein powder base with water. These ingredients come together first. Then, they get combined with peanut butter, agave, flax, cocoa powder, and oats. Finally, you roll them into balls and refrigerate them to set. But if you're impatient? It's totally ok to eat one right away. They just won't be as firm.

Substitutions and Alterations

You know you're already tempted to do this, so go ahead. Add chocolate!

  • Mix in ¼ cup of mini semisweet chocolate chips.
  • Almond or cashew butter can be swapped for peanut butter.
  • You can use other types of oats, such as the instant.
  • Feel free to use a chocolate protein powder if you're amping up the chocolate flavor.
  • Finely chopped almonds or walnuts would be delicious in here, too. Mix in ¼ cup.
  • Use maple syrup or honey instead of agave.

How to Store Protein Peanut Butter Bites

Store these protein balls in the refrigerator for up to one week or in the freezer for up to one month. Either way, make sure they're in a sealed, airtight container. When it's time, defrost in the fridge overnight if possible. They don't take well to the microwave and eating them frozen might be a little uncomfortable on your teeth.

READ MORE: Because chocolate and peanut butter. No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars!

Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites
Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites

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Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites

Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites

These Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites are high in protein, healthy fats, and fiber. In 10 minutes, you can make this snack with healthy ingredients you probably have in your pantry!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Meal Prep
Servings: 18 bites
Calories: 117kcal
Author: Meal Prep on Fleek

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp. ground flax
  • 2 tbsp. agave nectar
  • ½ cup peanut butter
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder
  • ¼ cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine the protein powder, chia seeds, and water. Place it in the refrigerator for five minutes, or until it starts to gel.
  • In a separate, larger bowl, combine the oats, cocoa powder, flax, agave nectar, and peanut butter. Add the chia gel to this bowl and stir to combine.
  • Roll the batter into 1-inch balls with your hands. Keeping your hands wet with water will help prevent the balls from sticking to them.
  • Place the balls in a container in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to set up. Then enjoy! These bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week or in the freezer for up to one month.

Notes

WW Smart Points= Green:3  Blue:3  Purple:3
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Nutrition For 1 Bite:
8g Protein, 5g Fat, 10g Carbs| 117 Calories

Nutrition

Serving: 1ball | Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g
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8 Comments

    1. Hi Gayle, Unfortunately, I can't say if something is being done wrong since I can't see your MFP entry. However, please keep in mind that the type of protein powder you use (and the brand) will vary the nutrition facts. The nutrition information should be used as a guide here and not exact figures since we do not specify the exact brands used for each ingredient entry.

  1. Hi, great recipe, but I don't like/eat chocolate (yeah, I know I'm weird lol) is there anything I can use to substitute the cocoa powder?

  2. I might have missed it, but what is the calorie count (more or less) for those that are calorie counting their intake?

  3. 5 stars
    Is there something I can substitute for protein powder? I have a feeling my 4 & 2 year old boys will love these

    1. Give it a try without the protein powder. If you'd like to get the vanilla flavor, add some vanilla extract until you get a taste you like. Maybe, start with a tbsp and go from there?

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