Cranberry, Chocolate and Peanut Butter Protein Balls

These delicious power balls make great "grab-and-go" breakfast treats for busy mornings. I love the combination of tart cranberries, semi-sweet chocolate and creamy peanut butter. The honey and oats simply take the balls over the top. Serve them for breakfast, brunch, a mid-day snack, dessert, energy boost after a workout... Any time!

Note: These balls freeze very well, so you can pull just what you need and keep plenty on hand!

Note: You may substitute almond butter for the peanut butter if desired. 

Cranberry, Chocolate and Peanut Butter Protein Balls

1 1/2 cups oats, regular or quick-cooking, not steel cut
1 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup peanut butter, preferably all natural
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Combine all the ingredients in a food processor and process until blended (the mixture will start to come together). 
Shape the mixture into 24 balls, and place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. 
Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. 

Makes 24 balls