Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Rich and chewy no-bake protein balls combining vanilla and chocolate protein with creamy peanut butter and high-fiber psyllium husk. A practical, nutrient-dense snack scaled for easy meal prep.
Prep
15 min
Cook
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Total
45 min
Makes
11 servings
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Made by Megan + Lila
Megan created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
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Total
45 min
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Equipment
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Instructions
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Line a plate or baking sheet with…
Line a plate or baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Combine the vanilla protein powder
In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla protein powder, chocolate protein powder, psyllium husk powder, and rolled oats until evenly mixed.
Look for: evenly mixed
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Add the peanut butter and honey to…
Add the peanut butter and honey to the bowl.
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Stir firmly with a sturdy spoon or…
Stir firmly with a sturdy spoon or spatula to bring the wet and dry ingredients together into a thick, crumbly texture.
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Pour in 1/4 cup (60ml) of cold…
Pour in 1/4 cup (60ml) of cold water and press the dough together with your hands, kneading briefly until a cohesive, smooth fudge-like dough forms. If the mixture feels too dry to hold together, add 1 additional teaspoon of water at a time until workable.
Look for: a cohesive, smooth fudge-like dough forms
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Divide the dough into 11 equal portions…
Divide the dough into 11 equal portions and roll each portion firmly between your palms into a smooth ball.
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Arrange the protein balls on the lined…
Arrange the protein balls on the lined plate.
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Cover and chill in the refrigerator for…
Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until set and firm.
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Serve immediately
Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
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