Healthy snacking just got an upgrade with these delicious, healthyish Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bites! If you love peanut butter cups and want a snack that fuels your busy day, this quick no-bake recipe delivers the perfect balance of flavor, protein, and whole-grain goodness.
Made with creamy peanut butter, rolled oats, protein powder, and chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, these bites feel like a treat — but still support your energy needs whether you’re heading to the gym, packing school lunches, or grabbing a mid-afternoon boost.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No baking required
✔ Protein-packed snack for athletes and active families
✔ Perfect for meal prep — stores well in the fridge
✔ Great way to satisfy a sweet craving with better-for-you ingredients
Ingredients:
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter*
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 scoop Reese’s Peanut Butter & Chocolate protein powder (e.g., C4)
1 teaspoon salt
4 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (chopped)
1 package Reese’s Pieces (chopped)
2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
Directions:
In a mixing bowl combine creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, protein powder, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Stir in chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter cups, then add old fashioned rolled oats.
Form into bite size pieces. Store in airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition highlights (per bite): 95 calories, 4 grams fat, 0.5 grams saturated fat, 135 milligrams sodium, 12 grams carbs, 2 grams fiber, 4 grams protein
Customize Your Bites
*Swap peanut butter for sunflower butter, almond, or cashew butter.
Add mini chocolate chips or chopped Hershey chocolate bar for variety.
