No-Bake Energy Balls
Chewy, nutty, and naturally sweet snack bites made with oats, nut butter, honey, and flaxseed—perfect for pre-workout fuel, lunchbox treats, or late-afternoon pick-me-ups. Customize with mini chocolate chips or dried fruit and keep a stash in the fridge for the week.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter; sunflower seed butter for nut-free)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped dried fruit
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and ground flaxseed. Stir to distribute evenly.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the peanut butter (or alternative), honey or maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth. If the nut butter is firm, warm it briefly to loosen.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until a cohesive, sticky dough forms. If too dry, add 1–2 teaspoons more honey or nut butter; if too wet, sprinkle in 1–2 tablespoons additional oats or flaxseed.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips or chopped dried fruit until evenly distributed.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to firm.
- Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion and roll into 1-inch balls (about 20 balls total).
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 30mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g
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