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Peanut Butter Energy Balls

Peanut Butter Energy Balls for Easy, Guilt-Free Snacking

These Peanut Butter Energy Balls are a quick, nutritious, and customizable snack perfect for any time of the day.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 18 balls
Course: Snacks
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups rolled oats or instant oats
  • 1 cup peanut butter can use crunchy for texture
  • 1/3 cup honey can swap for maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
Flavor Boost
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or dried fruits/nuts

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • parchment paper
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, add rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, and ground flaxseed. Mix thoroughly until everything is well incorporated and sticky.
  2. Next, stir in the chocolate chips (or your chosen substitute). Gently fold them into the mixture, ensuring even distribution.
  3. Transfer the mixture to the refrigerator and let it chill for 10-15 minutes to set.
  4. Remove from the fridge and roll it into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  5. Place the rolled energy balls on a plate lined with parchment paper, then transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer shelf life. Let thaw before consuming if frozen.

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