Peanut Butter Energy Balls (Printer-friendly)
Quick no-bake bites combining creamy peanut butter, oats, and chocolate for portable snacking.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup creamy peanut butter
02 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
03 - 1/3 cup honey or pure maple syrup
04 - 1/2 cup mini dark chocolate chips
→ Optional Add-Ins
05 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
06 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
07 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
08 - 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and old-fashioned rolled oats. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is evenly distributed and forms a cohesive dough.
02 - Fold in the mini dark chocolate chips and any desired optional ingredients including ground flaxseed, chia seeds, cinnamon, or shredded coconut. The mixture should be thick and slightly sticky to the touch.
03 - Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion out approximately 1 tablespoon of dough at a time. Roll each portion between your palms to form smooth, uniform balls.
04 - Place the formed energy balls on a baking tray or plate lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are not touching each other.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the balls to firm up. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- No baking required so you can make them in under 15 minutes flat
- They actually satisfy that afternoon slump without the sugar crash afterward
- Perfect for meal prep and stay fresh all week in the fridge
02 -
- The dough should stick together when squeezed but not be so wet that it coats your hands heavily
- Chilling time is nonnegotiable because it transforms the texture from sticky dough to perfect biteable treats
03 -
- Let the peanut butter come to room temperature before mixing to avoid arm fatigue
- Lightly wet your hands with water between rolling to prevent sticking