Healthy and Delicious No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Balls (Gluten Free!)

Are you looking for a healthy and delicious to snack and don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen? These No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bites are exactly what you need. Not only do they satisfy your sweet cravings, but they’re also gluten-free! Plus, they’re packed with protein from the peanut butter and walnuts, and full of fiber from the oats and chia seeds.

Note: This recipe was previously posted on September 12, 2023, and I’m sharing it again today.

What are Chia Seeds?

If you’re not already familiar with chia seeds, they’re tiny little powerhouses that look like sesame seeds but come from a flowering plant native to Mexico and Guatemala. Chia seeds are cholesterol-free and offer a great mix of energy-boosting nutrients, including protein, healthy fats, carbohydrates, and dietary fiber. They’re also loaded with antioxidants and boast high levels of omega-3 fatty acids—making them a perfect addition to your protein bites.

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In fact, chia seeds are just one of the many nutritious ingredients in this peanut butter protein balls recipe!

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How To Make Peanut Butter Protein Balls

This peanut butter protein balls recipe is super easy to make. It takes only 10 minutes! You just place gluten-free oats into a food processor until they are ground up like flour and then mix all the other ingredients together. Use a “runny” peanut butter (most natural peanut butters have that tendency) because it helps hold the mixture together. You can use almond butter (or any nut butter) as a substitute if you prefer.

The other ingredients include dark chocolate chips (use sugar-free to keep it gluten-free), walnuts, honey, chia seeds, vanilla and a little Himalayan pink sea salt. It’s all yummy stuff. After you mix everything together you roll tablespoon size scoops into balls. Then freeze them to firm them up and serve them chilled.

These bites are not only a great source of protein and fiber, but they also taste amazing. Each bite is just 135 calories of pure deliciousness—satisfying, nutritious, and guilt-free.

Tip: If you’re craving something a little more decadent, you can drizzle melted dark chocolate on top or sprinkle some extra chia seeds for added crunch and omega-3 goodness.

Whether you’re powering through a busy day, recovering after a workout, or just in need of a sweet yet healthy treat, these No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bites are your new go-to snack!

Peanut Butter Protein Bites (Gluten Free)

Yields: 18-20 balls

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 0 minutes | Total: 10 minutes

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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup runny natural creamy peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup oats, divided (certified gluten-free if necessary)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • ⅛ teaspoon Himalayan pink sea salt
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup walnuts, chopped

Directions:

  1. Place a piece of parchment paper on a large plate and set aside.
  2. Place ½ cup of the oats in a food processor and pulse until it reaches a flour-like consistency.
  3. Add oat flour and all remaining ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir until combined. Note: if your peanut butter is not a runny consistency, place it in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
  4. Scoop the batter using a tablespoon and use clean hands to roll into balls. Place balls on prepared plate. Once batter is used up, place balls in the freezer to firm up. Enjoy chilled.
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Scoop mixture with tablespoon and roll into balls.
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Firm up peanut butter protein bites in freezer and serve chilled.

Yield: 18-20 balls

Peanut Butter Protein Bites Gluten Free

Peanut Butter Protein Bites Gluten Free
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup runny natural creamy peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup oats, divided (certified gluten-free if necessary)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • ⅛ teaspoon himalayan pink sea salt
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup walnuts, chopped

Instructions

    1.    Place a piece of parchment paper on a large plate and set aside.

    2.    Place ½ cup of the oats in a food processor and pulse until it reaches a flour-like consistency.

    3.    Add oat flour and all remaining ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir until combined. Note:
    if your peanut butter is not a runny consistency, place it in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.

    4.    Scoop the batter using a tablespoon and use clean hands to roll into balls. Place balls on prepared plate. Once batter is used up, place balls in the freezer to firm up. Enjoy chilled.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

18

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 135Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 80mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 2gSugar: 5gProtein: 4g
Carol Calacci

You may also like to try more of our healthy dessert recipes like Healthy and Happy Birthday Cake Protein Balls with Sprinkles and Easy to Make Keto Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Recipe.

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