Chocolate Oat Protein Energy Balls
Satisfying bite-sized energy balls loaded with rolled oats, rich dark chocolate, and almond butter. A sweet, portable snack that requires zero cooking and keeps energy steady.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
25 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Katie + Lila
Katie 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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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
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
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
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
25 min
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Combine 1 cup rolled oats
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Combine 1 cup rolled oats
Combine 1 cup rolled oats, 2 tbsp whey protein powder, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, and 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips in a medium mixing bowl.
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Add 0.25 cup almond butter and 2 tbsp maple syrup to the dry ingredients.
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Stir thoroughly with a spatula until a…
Stir thoroughly with a spatula until a thick, cohesive dough forms. If the mixture feels slightly dry, add 1 tsp of water at a time until it holds together.
Look for: a thick, cohesive dough forms
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Roll the mixture tightly between your palms…
Roll the mixture tightly between your palms into 8 equal-sized balls, about 1 inch (2.5cm) in diameter.
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Transfer the energy balls to a plate…
Transfer the energy balls to a plate or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up before serving.
Allow: 15 minutes
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Store remaining energy balls in the refrigerator…
Store remaining energy balls in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
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