Healthy Monster Cookie Energy Balls Recipe
These Monster Cookie Energy Balls are a delicious and nutritious no-bake snack packed with creamy peanut butter, honey, protein powder, oats, and colorful mini M&Ms and chocolate chips. Perfect for an energy boost on the go, these protein-packed bites combine sweetness with wholesome ingredients for a quick and satisfying treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 20 energy balls
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Energy Balls Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.33 cup vanilla protein powder
- 2.25 cup rolled oats
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup mini M&M’s
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add peanut butter, honey, vanilla protein powder, rolled oats, mini chocolate chips, and mini M&M’s to a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Thoroughly: Using a rubber spatula, mix all ingredients thoroughly until a thick, uniform batter forms, ensuring all components are well incorporated.
- Shape Energy Balls: Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Scoop the mixture into even portions and roll each portion into a ball using your hands.
- Chill to Set: Place the energy balls on the lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow them to firm up and hold their shape.
- Store Properly: After chilling, transfer the energy balls to an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator or freezer to keep them fresh until ready to eat.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for best texture and binding.
- Ensure the oats are rolled oats, not instant or steel-cut for ideal consistency.
- Protein powder adds extra protein but can be substituted or omitted if preferred.
- Refrigerate the energy balls for at least an hour to help them firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
