No-Bake Protein Peanut Butter Bites
By Jenna Ruiz, RDN · Updated June 24, 2026
Sixteen freezer-stable bites with 9 grams of protein each. The snack that stops the 3pm vending machine trip.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Total
- 15 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 195
- Protein
- 9g
- Carbs
- 18g
- Fat
- 10g
Ingredients
- •1 cup rolled oats
- •2/3 cup natural peanut butter
- •2 scoops (60g) vanilla protein powder
- •1/4 cup honey
- •2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips
- •2 to 4 tablespoons milk, as needed
- •Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1
Stir the oats, protein powder, and salt together in a bowl.
- 2
Add the peanut butter and honey and mix until crumbly.
- 3
Add milk one tablespoon at a time until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- 4
Fold in the chocolate chips.
- 5
Roll into 16 balls and refrigerate 30 minutes to firm up.
Nutrition Facts
| calories | 195 |
|---|---|
| protein | 9g |
| carbs | 18g |
| fat | 10g |
| fiber | 3g |
| sugar | 7g |
| sodium | 130mg |
Nutrition is an estimate per serving based on USDA data. Values vary by brand and portion.
Recipe Notes
- Weigh your protein raw for the most accurate macros.
- Season in layers: a little salt at each stage beats a lot at the end.
Storage Tips
Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen for 3 months. They are excellent straight from the freezer.
Meal Prep Tips
Double the batch and portion into single-serve containers while everything is still warm. Cool uncovered for 15 minutes before sealing so condensation does not water down the sauce.
Recipe Variations
- Swap the protein one-for-one with chicken, turkey, shrimp, or extra-firm tofu.
- Add a cup of chopped vegetables to raise the fiber without changing the cook time.
Frequently Asked Questions
About the author
Jenna Ruiz, RDN — Jenna is a California-based registered dietitian nutritionist and recipe developer. She spent eight years in clinical nutrition before founding Protein Plate Co. to make high protein cooking practical for people with real schedules.
