Description
These Energy Balls are a healthy, no-bake snack made with oats, nut butter, and natural sweeteners. Perfect for meal prep, they are quick to make, customizable, and packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats for sustained energy throughout the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt. Mix well to distribute evenly.
- Add the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the bowl.
- Stir everything together until a sticky dough forms and all ingredients are fully combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and mix until evenly distributed.
- Check the consistency. If too dry, add a bit more nut butter or sweetener; if too wet, add more oats.
- Use your hands or a scoop to roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls.
- Place the Energy Balls on a lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer for later use.
Notes
- Chill the mixture before rolling if it feels too sticky.
- Swap peanut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
- Add protein powder for extra protein, adjusting moisture as needed.
- Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Roll in coconut flakes, cocoa powder, or crushed nuts for added texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg