Description
Chewy no-bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack made with just five simple ingredients. Combining rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, ground flaxseed, and honey, these energy balls offer a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness. They are quick to prepare, require no baking, and make an ideal grab-and-go snack or breakfast on-the-fly. With a cookie dough-like taste and texture, they keep well in the fridge and freezer, making them perfect for meal prep and satisfying your sweet tooth while boosting your energy.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
- 4 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup or agave for vegan option)
Instructions
- Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, ground flaxseed, and honey. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated into a sticky and cohesive batter. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up the batter, making it easier to handle.
- Form into balls and store: After chilling, roll the mixture into 18 bite-sized balls using your hands. Place the balls in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks for a quick and healthy snack anytime.
Notes
- To store, keep energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For longer storage, freeze in an airtight container for 1-3 months. Thaw at room temperature for 30 minutes or overnight in the fridge before eating.
- Chilling the batter before rolling reduces stickiness and makes shaping easier.
- If ground flaxseed is unavailable, substitute with hemp seeds, chia seeds, protein powder, or wheat germ.
- The mixture can be pressed into a parchment-lined pan and cut into bars instead of rolling into balls.
- For variations, swap nut butters, add dried fruit instead of chocolate chips, or mix in spices like cinnamon or vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: energy balls, energy bites, peanut butter energy bites, no-bake snacks, healthy snacks, protein bites, quick snacks
