Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Bites
These no-bake energy bites are the kind of snack that disappears fast — chewy, chocolatey, and packed with real staying power from peanut butter, rolled oats, and plant-based protein powder. Maple syrup brings just enough natural sweetness, while ground flaxseed quietly adds a nutritional boost without changing the texture or flavor. Every single ingredient is plant-based, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. The dough comes together in one bowl, chills for about 30 minutes, and rolls into neat little bites that are ready to grab straight from the fridge. Vegan chocolate chips folded throughout mean you get a little melty richness in every bite, which honestly makes them feel more like a treat than a health food. With 12 servings worth of bites in a single batch, they're perfect for meal prepping snacks for the week or stashing in an airtight container for whenever hunger strikes.
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12 servings
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ½ cup plant-based protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- ¾ cup peanut butter
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1
Add the rolled oats, plant-based protein powder, ground flaxseed, and salt to a large mixing bowl and stir to combine.
- 2
Add the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the bowl and stir with a rubber spatula until the mixture comes together into a uniform, slightly sticky dough that holds its shape when pressed.
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