Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls
A quick and easy no-bake snack made with 5 simple ingredients, perfect for a healthy energy boost on the go.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20 energy balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy, natural preferred)
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (optional, can substitute with raisins or skip)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and have them at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Optional: Pulse ¾ cup of the oats in a food processor for about 10 seconds until coarsely ground. Mix with remaining whole oats.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together peanut butter and honey until smooth and glossy.
- Add oats and ground flaxseed to the peanut butter mixture and stir gently until evenly combined.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips last to avoid melting.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into balls using lightly wet hands to prevent sticking. Place on a baking sheet or plate.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up (or 15 minutes in the freezer for faster chilling).
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Use room temperature peanut butter and honey for easier mixing. Adjust oats if mixture is too sticky or dry. Wet hands slightly when rolling to prevent sticking. Store chilled in airtight container. Can substitute ingredients for dietary needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball (about
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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