Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (135g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 0.5 cup (45g) vanilla or chocolate protein powder
  • 2 tbsp (14g) ground flaxseeds
  • 1 cup (250g) natural drippy peanut butter
  • 0.33 cup (113g) raw honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 0.33 cup (55g) mini dark chocolate chips
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Whisk the 1.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 0.5 cup protein powder, and 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds in a large bowl. Note: This ensures the protein powder is evenly distributed before adding wet ingredients.
  2. Pour in the 1 cup natural peanut butter, 0.33 cup raw honey, and 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  3. Stir the mixture until the dough becomes heavy and difficult to move.
  4. Fold in the 0.33 cup mini dark chocolate chips. Note: Adding them last prevents them from melting if your honey was slightly warm.
  5. Press a small piece of the mixture between your fingers. It should hold together without crumbling.
  6. Chill the entire bowl in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. Wait until the dough feels firm to the touch.
  7. Scoop 1 tablespoon portions using a cookie scoop or spoon.
  8. Roll each portion between your palms until a smooth, matte sphere forms.
  9. Sprinkle a tiny amount of flaky sea salt over the tops for a finished look.
  10. Store in an airtight container immediately.