If you loved my No Bake Protein Cookie Dough Bites, you’re going to love this peanut butter twist. These No Bake Protein Peanut Butter Bites are soft, rich, and packed with peanut butter flavor, with mini chocolate chips throughout and a smooth chocolate coating on top. They’re made with simple ingredients, require no baking, and make the perfect easy snack or healthier sweet treat to keep in the fridge or freezer.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No baking required. Just mix, chill, and enjoy.
- High in protein. A satisfying snack that helps keep you full.
- Made with simple ingredients. Nothing complicated—just pantry staples.
- Perfect for meal prep. Store them in the fridge or freezer for an easy grab-and-go treat.
- Tastes like dessert. Rich peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, and a chocolate coating make these feel totally indulgent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my dough too dry?
Natural peanut butters can vary quite a bit in consistency. If your dough feels dry or crumbly, stir in 1–2 teaspoons of milk or an extra teaspoon of maple syrup until it comes together.
Why is my dough too sticky?
If your peanut butter is especially runny, the dough may be softer than expected. Add an extra tablespoon of vanilla protein powder, or refrigerate the mixture for 15–20 minutes before scooping.
Can I use regular peanut butter?
No. A natural peanut butter with just peanuts and salt works best for this recipe.
Can I make these without protein powder?
Yes. Replace the protein powder with an equal amount of oat flour or finely ground almond flour. The texture will be slightly different, but they’ll still be delicious.
Can I use a different nut butter?
Absolutely! Almond butter or cashew butter both work well. Keep in mind that the flavor and consistency may vary depending on the brand.
How should I store these?
Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. They taste great straight from the fridge or after sitting at room temperature for a few minutes.
Can I use a different chocolate for the coating?
Yes! Dark, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate all work well. You can even use dairy-free chocolate chips if needed.
My favorite protein powder
For the best flavor and texture, I love using FlavCity Vanilla Protein Powder in these peanut butter protein bites. It has a delicious vanilla flavor that complements the peanut butter perfectly, and it’s made with simple, high quality ingredients, including grass-fed whey protein.
If you’re looking for a clean protein powder that tastes great in both snacks and smoothies, this is one I highly recommend.
How to make no bake protein peanut butter bites: step-by-step
Ingredients
- 250 grams creamy or crunchy natural peanut butter
- 30 grams vanilla protein powder
- 50 grams pure maple syrup
- 5 grams vanilla extract
- 1 gram fine sea salt
- 60 grams mini chocolate chips (dark or semi-sweet)
Chocolate topping
- 170 grams dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips (Lily’s brand is amazing)
- 10 grams coconut oil
- flaky sea salt
Equipment
- Mixing bowls/spoons
- Food scale/measuring cups and spoons
- 24 cup muffin pan or silicone pan
Instructions
- Line a 24-cup mini muffin pan with paper liners or use a silicone mini muffin pan.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until completely smooth. If it is overly sticky add a little extra protein powder or chill the dough for 20-30 minutes.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Portion about a tablespoon or 16 grams of dough into each mini muffin cavity, pressing it down to fill the cup.
- Melt the chocolate chips with the coconut oil in 20-second intervals stirring until smooth.
- Spoon about half a tablespoon over each peanut butter bite and gently tap the pan so the chocolate settles into an even layer.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze up to 3 months.
More Healthier Sweets Recipes
- No Bake Protein Cookie Dough Bites
- Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bark (no bake!)
- No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars (protein-packed!)
- Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Protein Bites (Easy No-Bake Recipe)
No Bake Protein Peanut Butter Bites
These No Bake Protein Peanut Butter Bites are made with simple ingredients, naturally sweetened, packed with protein, and coated in rich dark chocolate for an easy, healthy snack.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls/spoons
- Food scale & measuring cups and spoons
- 24 cup muffin pan or silicone pan
Ingredients
- 250 grams creamy or crunchy natural peanut butter
- 30 grams vanilla protein powder
- 50 grams pure maple syrup
- 5 grams vanilla extract
- 1 gram fine sea salt
- 60 grams mini chocolate chips (dark or semi-sweet)
Chocolate coating
- 170 grams dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips ((Lily’s brand is amazing))
- 10 grams coconut oil
- flaky sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
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Line a 24-cup mini muffin pan with paper liners or use a silicone mini muffin pan.
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In a medium bowl, stir together the peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until completely smooth. If it is overly sticky add a little extra protein powder or chill the dough for 20-30 minutes.
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Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
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Portion about a tablespoon or 16 grams of dough into each mini muffin cavity, pressing it down to fill the cup.
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Melt the chocolate chips with the coconut oil in 20-second intervals stirring until smooth.
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Spoon about half a tablespoon over each peanut butter bite and gently tap the pan so the chocolate settles into an even layer.
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Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set.
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Store in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation only.
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