Description

No-Bake Energy Balls are a quick, healthy, and fuss-free snack perfect for busy lifestyles. Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, nut butters, seeds, and natural sweeteners, these energy balls provide a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and sustained energy without any cooking required. They are customizable, kid-friendly, and ideal for on-the-go snacking or a nutritious boost anytime.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds
1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add rolled oats, chia or flaxseeds, mini chocolate chips, and a pinch of salt. Stir them together until evenly distributed.
Mix in wet ingredients: Add the nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mix. Use a sturdy spatula or your hands to combine everything until a sticky dough forms.
Form the balls: Once the mixture is well combined, scoop out small portions and roll them between the palms of your hands to create bite-sized balls approximately 1-inch in diameter.
Chill to set: Place the formed balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up and hold their shape.
Enjoy or store: After chilling, enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Notes

Consistency check: If the mixture feels too dry, add a bit more nut butter or honey to help it stick.
Use rolled oats: Quick oats or instant oats can make the balls mushy or crumbly.
Chill hands: Wet or chilled hands help in rolling the balls without sticking to your skin.
Add-ins last: Fold in delicate ingredients like chocolate chips last to prevent melting.
Store properly: Keep them airtight in the fridge to maintain freshness and texture for up to two weeks.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 energy ball
Calories: 100
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg