4-Ingredient Protein Balls
These protein balls combine chewy rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, vanilla protein powder, and maple syrup into a simple snack you can mix by hand. The peanut butter brings a rich, nutty flavor, while the syrup adds sweetness and helps hold everything together. Vanilla protein powder rounds out the flavor without needing a separate extract.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Sturdy spoon or rubber spatula
- Plate
- Small cookie scoop, optional
- Sealed storage container
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats gluten-free, if needed
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup peanut butter see notes
- ½ cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats and vanilla protein powder in a large bowl.
- Add the peanut butter and maple syrup. Mix well until a thick dough forms.
- Lightly wet your hands or coat them with cooking spray.
- Shape into 20–24 small balls and place on a plate.
- Refrigerate until firm, then serve.
Notes
Optional substitutions: Use an equal amount of another nut or seed butter.
Optional mix-ins: Fold in chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts before shaping.
Timing clarification: The original one-minute prep and four-minute “cook” entries represent approximately five minutes of hands-on work. There is no cooking step, and chilling takes additional time.