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Simple No Bake Protein Balls

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Need a quick, nourishing snack that feels like a treat but fuels you until your next meal? These Simple No Bake Protein Balls are a go-to favorite for busy moms, post-breakup cravings, or anyone needing a little bite-sized boost.

Made with just a handful of pantry staples—oats, peanut butter, flaxseeds, chia seeds, honey, and a sprinkle of chocolate chips—these bites come together in minutes, no baking required. They’re naturally sweetened, full of fiber, protein, healthy fats, and if you want to share…kid-approved, too.

As a divorced mom myself, I know that life can get overwhelming fast—and skipping meals only adds to the chaos. These bites are my answer to snack-time stress. Keep them in the fridge for a grab-and-go option when your day is nonstop but your energy is not.

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Simple No Bake Protein Balls

Recipe by Meghan Daw Sedivy, RD, LDN
Makes

20

protein balls
Prep time

5

minutes

Need a quick, nourishing snack that feels like a treat but fuels you like a meal? These Simple No Bake Protein Balls are a go-to favorite for busy moms, post-breakup cravings, or anyone needing a little bite-sized boost. Made with just a handful of pantry staples—oats, peanut butter, flaxseeds, chia seeds, honey, and a sprinkle of chocolate chips—these bites come together in minutes, no baking required. They’re naturally sweetened, full of fiber, protein, healthy fats, and if you feel like sharing…kid-approved, too.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup old fashioned oats

  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseeds

  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter

  • 1 tbsp. chia seeds

  • 1/3 cup honey

  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Directions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, flaxseeds, peanut butter, honey, dark chocolate chips and chia seeds and mix well.


  • Roll mixture into bite size balls and store in an air-tight container for up to 7 days in the refrigerator and enjoy!Roll mixture into bite size balls and store in an air-tight container for up to 7 days in the refrigerator and enjoy!

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Notes

  • If you are looking to keep this recipe allergy-friendly, swap out peanut butter for seed butter and choose gluten free oats.

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