You want energy, snacks, and something that tastes like dessert but behaves like a gym membership. Girl, meet these Coffee-Peanut Butter Protein Bites. They’re sassy, satisfying, and loaded with plant protein, so you can pretend you’re “clean eating” while licking peanut butter off a spoon. These bite-sized beauties bring bold coffee flavor with nutty richness that hits like espresso and a hug. No baking, no drama—just blitz, roll, and snack like the multitasking legend you are. Warning: they’re highly addictive and will make you ghost store-bought granola bars forever.
Coffee-Peanut Butter Protein Bites
These vegan protein bites combine bold coffee, creamy peanut butter, and oats for a delicious, energizing, no-bake snack.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1½ tbsp ground coffee or espresso powder
- 1 scoop plant-based protein powder vanilla or chocolate
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips optional, but like… not really optional
Instructions
- Toss oats, protein powder, and coffee powder in a mixing bowl.
- Stir in peanut butter, vanilla, maple syrup, and salt until sticky and combined.
- Add chocolate chips if you’re being fun (which you are).
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls using slightly damp hands.
- Place bites in a container and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Store leftovers in fridge for up to one week (if they last that long).
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Bite)
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 7%
- Magnesium: 6%
- Potassium: 5%
- Vitamin B6: 4%
- Folate: 3%
✨ Additional Notes/Tips
- Swap peanut butter for almond butter if you’re feeling fancy.
- Add a dash of cinnamon for warmth.
- Use decaf coffee if you’re already jittery from life.
- Double the batch. You’ll thank yourself later.
- These bites travel well—gym bag, purse, or desk drawer approved.
