Whether you’re hitting the gym early in the morning or right after work, it’s always easier to have a ready-made snack you can eat quickly on the go. One option that provides your body with protein, carbohydrates, and fat is peanut butter protein balls. These require only 5 simple ingredients.

To make approximately 10-12 balls, you will need:

1/2 cup natural peanut butter
1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
2/3 cup quick oats,
tbsp mini chocolate chips
1 tbsp honey.

Mix ingredients in a mixing bowl thoroughly. Use a tablespoon worth of the mixture and roll into balls. These are great to eat prior to or after a workout. Eating 1 or 2 with a piece of fruit is the perfect quick and easy snack. Remaining protein balls can be refrigerated. You can also try adding other ingredients (coconut, dried cranberries, roasted pumpkin seeds, etc.).

Heath Vermette, CAT(C)
SouthSherbrook.com