Monster Cookie Protein Balls
Monster cookie inspired protein bites made with simple, wholesome ingredients and mini M&Ms.
Servings: 9
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1/8 tsp salt add 1/4 tsp if using unsalted PB
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp milk or water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cup quick oats
- 1/3 cup mini M&Ms
- 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl mix peanut butter, protein powder, flax, salt, maple syrup, milk and vanilla. Stir well until combined.
- Add oats, M&Ms and chocolate chips and mix until evenly combined.
- Scoop mixture into 18 balls (using ~2 tbsp cookie scoop) onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll each ball lightly with clean hands to shape. Note: if mixture is too dry, add 1 extra tbsp of milk or water at a time until easy to shape. If too wet, add 1 extra tbsp of quick oats at a time until easy to shape.
- Enjoy right away or refrigerate until you’re ready to eat. Store in the fridge. Note: They're softer when they're first made, so if you prefer a firmer ball, chill them in the fridge for an hour or two first!
Nutrition
Serving: 2balls | Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 1mg
