Peanut Butter Energy Balls (Printable)
No-bake peanut butter, oats and chocolate chips make quick, portable energy balls for snacks or lunchboxes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
→ Mix-Ins
04 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
05 - 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed or chia seeds
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
→ Flavor
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, add old-fashioned rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, ground flaxseed or chia seeds, unsweetened shredded coconut if using, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until a cohesive mixture forms.
02 - Fold mini dark chocolate chips gently into the mixture, distributing them evenly throughout.
03 - Transfer the bowl to the refrigerator and chill the mixture for 10 to 15 minutes to firm up for easier shaping.
04 - Scoop small portions and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands. Place onto a tray or plate lined with parchment paper.
05 - Refrigerate the formed balls for at least 20 minutes to set, then serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Nobody will ever guess just how simple these are to make—it’s almost like a secret superpower for keeping hangry moments at bay.
- The combination of peanut butter and oats leaves you both satisfied and energized, so these quickly became my go-to snack for busy weeks.
02 -
- If you try to roll the balls before chilling, they’ll stick to your hands and make quite the mess.
- Experimenting with honey versus maple syrup changes the flavor more than you’d think—maple gives a deeper note that I sometimes crave.
03 -
- Wetting your hands with cold water before rolling the mixture keeps it from sticking.
- Don’t skimp on the chill time—firming up in the fridge gives you perfect, mess-free energy balls every time.