by Austin Carter
New Recipe
Course: Appetizer Cuisine: American Prep Time:15minutes Total Time:15minutes Calories: 129kcal Author: Austin Carter Servings: 18
– Medium mixing bowl – Wooden spoon or fork – Spoon or cookie scoop – Rimmed baking sheet – Parchment Paper
– 1 cup rolled oats – 1 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter – 1/4 cup honey – 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed – 1 tablespoon chia seeds – 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
– 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt if using unsalted nut butter, optional – 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips optional
– Gather all the ingredients and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. – In a medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, natural peanut butter (or almond butter), honey, ground flaxseed (or protein powder), chia seeds (or protein powder), vanilla extract (optional), and kosher salt (optional).
– Mix well using a wooden spoon or fork until thoroughly combined. – If using, add mini chocolate chips and mix to combine evenly. – Scoop out the mixture using a spoon or cookie scoop and roll it into smooth balls with your hands.
– Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet. – Serve immediately or store the protein balls in the fridge in an airtight container until ready to eat.