Hi, my name is Aimee, and I’m a sugar addict. Ok, this may be a bit of an exaggeration, but I do crave my fair share of sweets. My mom makes homemade protein bars, and every so often she will bring me a container of peanut butter goodies.
They are the perfect pick-me-up. I will pack one in with my lunch for a morning snack. Oh, and the kids love them too!
I decided that it was time for me to make my own peanut butter treats. I opted for little peanut butter balls instead of bars – perfect bite sized little protein balls for when that craving for sugar hits. Plus, adding protein powder helps fill me up, making the craving disappear that much faster.
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Peanut Butter & Coconut Protein Bites
- Yield: 30 bite-sized balls 1x
Ingredients
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 1/3 cup coconut
- 1/3 cup dates
- 1/3 cup oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter, crunchy
- 1 tbsp agave nectar or honey
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in food processor. Pulse until combined.
- Transfer mixture to a bowl. Place in refrigerator and chill for 20 minutes.
- Using heaping teaspoonfuls, roll mixture into small balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Store in refrigerator and enjoy!
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Mmmm, peanut butter. And dates. This looks so yummy – I will be trying it for sure – though I don’t have oatmeal at the moment, so will maybe try flax instead. Thanks!
I’ve been wanting to try out protein bites for a while now and this recipe sounds so good! I love me some sugar also, so I’m excited to try out something that’s sweet AND healthy. Thanks for sharing!
Love your blog! This is amazing! What a yummy recipe! I would love for you to share this at my link party Making Memories Mondays going on now! 🙂
Cathy
Thanks for the invite Cathy. I’ll hop over there now!
These look so yummy! I have a recipe for sweet and salty pretzel protein bites that I love, but it’s time to try some new flavors and this looks like just the change we need. Can’t wait to try them!
I hope you like them as much as we do, Kelsey!
I pinned it for later. It is so easy and seems to be delicious. I must give it a try. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for pinning! Have a great weekend!
Hi! Dropping from Sincerely, Paula’s Linky #148 #149. I’m not so much of a dessert person (I only really love cheese cake, chocs and ice cream) but this looks like it could be part of my list!
Thanks Hanniz! They really are a great great way to get that “sweet treat” without the guilt.
I love all things coconut, so these look so tasty! I am pinning for later.
Dropping in from Wine’d Down Wednesdays. Glad I stopped by and found this recipe. 🙂
Thanks so much for pinning and stopping by Emily!