Easy 5-Minute High Protein Breakfast Balls
These Easy 5-Minute High Protein Breakfast Balls are a game-changer for busy mornings. Made with simple pantry staples like oats, peanut butter, and honey, they come together in under 5 minutes for a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 12-14 balls 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (150g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup (130g) creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup (85g) honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned rolled oats, ground flaxseed, and salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Add the creamy peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is thick and slightly sticky, about 2 minutes.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently to avoid melting them.
- Refrigerate the mixture for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into smooth balls. Repeat with the remaining mixture to make 12-14 balls.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for another 10 minutes to set.
- Serve cold or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
For best results, chill the mixture before rolling. If the mixture is too sticky, add a tablespoon more oats. If too dry, add a teaspoon more honey or peanut butter. These balls taste even better after a day in the fridge as the flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 75
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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