No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Balls

Ingredients

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: chocolate chips, shredded coconut, chopped nuts

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine peanut butter and honey or maple syrup. Stir until well combined.
2. Add protein powder, rolled oats, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until a thick dough forms.
3. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more protein powder or oats. If it's too dry, add a teaspoon of water or milk.
4. Stir in any optional additions like chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts.
5. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
6. Place the protein balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the balls to firm up.
8. Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.