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Snickers protein balls on a white plate, made with dates, peanut butter, chocolate, and topped with chopped peanuts

Snickers Protein Balls (No-Bake, Naturally Sweetened)

Chewy no-bake Snickers protein balls made with dates, peanut butter, oats, almond flour, and melted chocolate. Naturally sweetened, freezer-friendly, and perfect for meal prep snacks.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Serving Size 18 Balls

Equipment

  • 1 Food Processor or High Speed Blender

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Medjool dates 5–6 large, pitted
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey / liquid sweetener of choice
  • ½ cup natural peanut butter
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder ≈25 g – can also use vanilla
  • 2½ tbsp PB&Me powdered peanut butter optional, for extra protein & peanut flavor
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tbsp peanuts plus extra chopped peanuts for topping
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips of choice 70%+ dark for dairy-free, or milk chocolate for more classic Snickers flavor
  • 1 tsp coconut oil optional, for smoother chocolate
  • Flaky sea salt for garnish

Instructions

Blend the Base

  • Add dates, maple syrup, peanut butter, protein powder, powdered peanut butter, rolled oats, almond flour, peanuts, and a pinch of salt to a food processor. Pulse until a thick dough forms and the oats are mostly broken down.
    ½ cup Medjool dates, ⅓ cup maple syrup, ½ cup natural peanut butter, 1 scoop chocolate protein powder, 2½ tbsp PB&Me powdered peanut butter, ½ cup rolled oats, 1 cup almond flour, 2 tbsp peanuts, Pinch of salt
    Sticky Snickers protein ball dough fully mixed and ready to shape
    • If the mixture seems dry, add water 1 teaspoon at a time. If it’s too sticky, add a tablespoon of oats.

Roll the Balls

  • Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, scoop the dough and roll into balls with your hands. You should get about 18 balls. Place them on a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet.
    Tip: Lightly wet your hands before rolling to prevent sticking.
    Using tablespoon to scoop and roll the Snickers protein ball dough into bite-sized balls

Melt the Chocolate

  • Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil (if using) in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
    1 cup chocolate chips of choice, 1 tsp coconut oil
    Snickers protein balls being dipped in melted dark chocolate

Coat & Decorate

  • Dip or drizzle each ball with melted chocolate. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts and flaky sea salt while the chocolate is still wet.
    2 tbsp peanuts, Flaky sea salt
    Snickers protein balls on a white plate, made with dates, peanut butter, chocolate, and topped with chopped peanuts

Chill

  • Refrigerate for 20–25 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
    Hand taking a chocolate-coated Snickers protein ball from white plate after having chilled in fridge

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Notes

Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week
  • Freeze for up to 3 months
  • Let frozen balls sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating

Macros (Per Ball, Based on 18 Balls – Approximate)

  • Calories: ~190
  • Protein: ~7g
  • Carbohydrates: ~17g
  • Fat: ~11g
  • Fiber: ~3g
Macros will vary depending on protein powder and chocolate used.