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Cadbury egg protein balls served on a spring board with Mini Eggs, honey, and chocolate drizzle

Cadbury Egg Protein Balls

These no-bake Cadbury egg protein balls are the ultimate healthy Easter snack — chewy oat and peanut butter bites packed with crushed Mini Eggs and loaded with protein. Ready in 15 minutes, meal-prep friendly, and completely irresistible.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 balls (serving = 2 balls)
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base:
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup natural peanut butter creamy or crunchy
  • ¼ cup honey or pure maple syrup
  • 1 scoop approx. 30g vanilla or chocolate protein powder
  • 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
  • 1 –2 tbsp milk of choice dairy or plant-based, to adjust consistency
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
Mix-In:
  • ¾ cup Cadbury Mini Eggs roughly crushed (about 1 full standard bag)

Method
 

  1. Crush the Mini Eggs. Place Cadbury Mini Eggs in a zip-lock bag and crush with a rolling pin into a mix of small chunks and crumbs. Set aside.
  2. Mix wet ingredients. In a large bowl, stir together the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add dry ingredients. Fold in the oats, protein powder, salt, and mini chocolate chips. Mix until a soft dough forms. If the mixture feels too dry, add the remaining tablespoon of milk.
  4. Fold in the Mini Eggs. Gently stir the crushed Mini Eggs into the dough. Do not overmix — you want to see the colorful pieces throughout.
  5. Chill the dough. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes. This makes the dough easier to roll and prevents sticking.
  6. Roll into balls. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion the dough and roll between your palms into smooth balls (about 1.5 inches in diameter).
  7. Set and chill. Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
  8. Serve or store. Enjoy immediately or transfer to an airtight container. See storage notes below.

Notes

  • No protein powder? Replace with 2–3 extra tablespoons of oats or 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed.
  • Nut-free version: Use sunflower seed butter as a 1:1 swap for peanut butter.
  • Too dry? Add milk one tablespoon at a time until the dough holds together.
  • Too sticky? Add an extra tablespoon of oats and refrigerate 10 more minutes.
  • Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats and verify GF protein powder.
  • Storage: Refrigerator — up to 7 days in an airtight container. Freezer — up to 3 months (freeze on tray first, then bag).
  • Variation: Roll finished balls in shredded coconut or drizzle with melted dark chocolate for extra flair.

Nutrition Information (per serving — 2 balls, approx.)

Nutrient Amount
Calories ~230 kcal
Total Fat 12g
Saturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 5mg
Sodium 85mg
Total Carbohydrates 24g
Dietary Fiber 2g
Sugars 14g
Protein 11g
Iron 1mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredients and may vary by protein powder brand.