No Bake Protein Balls

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in saturated fat and offers a different flavor profile.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave nectar

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that can be used interchangeably.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: cocoa nibs

Dark chocolate chips contain less sugar and more antioxidants.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: toasted coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Toasted coconut adds flavor without significantly changing the cost.

In a bowl, add 1 cup of old-fashioned oats.

Add 2/3 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut.

Add 1/2 cup of ground flax seed.

Add 1/2 cup of semi-chocolate chips.

Add 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, ensuring to get all of it out of the measuring cup.

Add 1/3 cup of honey and use a spatula to incorporate all of it.

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (added later in the process).

Stir everything together until thoroughly combined.

Spread the mixture along the sides of the bowl to help it chill faster.

Cover the mixing bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours or until the mixture is chilled.

Scrape the sides of the bowl and use a spoon or your hands to roll the mixture into balls.

Squeeze the mixture first and then roll it into a ball shape.

I made 15 large balls, but you can also make smaller balls if desired.

Serve and enjoy immediately or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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