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Healthy Peanut Butter Balls

Nutty Delight: Healthy Peanut Butter Balls for Everyone

These Healthy Peanut Butter Balls are no-bake snacks packed with protein, perfect for a quick and energizing treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Creamy Natural Peanut Butter Swap for almond butter for a nut-free treat.
  • 1/3 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Nonfat Powdered Milk Protein powder can be used for extra nutrition.
  • 1 cup Quick-Cooking Oats Rolled oats can also work but may need more mashing.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips
  • 1/4 cup Flax Seeds
  • 1/4 cup Shredded Coconut

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Cookie Sheet
  • wax paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the creamy natural peanut butter, honey, nonfat powdered milk, and quick-cooking oats. Mix until it forms a cohesive, thick dough.
  2. Dampen your hands slightly, pinch off portions of the mixture, and roll them into balls about the size of large gumballs.
  3. Prepare a cookie sheet covered with wax paper. Place the rolled peanut butter balls on the sheet and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  4. After chilling, transfer the Healthy Peanut Butter Balls to an airtight container. They can be kept in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to use smooth, creamy natural peanut butter for easy mixing. Keep homemade treats in an airtight container in the fridge.

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