Snickers Energy Balls (Printable)

Quick, decadent bites with peanut butter, dates, and chocolate.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
03 - 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
04 - 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

→ Snickers Flavors

05 - 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
06 - 1/3 cup mini dark chocolate chips
07 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
08 - Pinch of sea salt

# Directions:

01 - Combine dates and oats in a food processor. Pulse until a coarse, sticky mixture forms.
02 - Add peanut butter, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, and salt. Process until the dough begins to come together.
03 - Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Fold in chopped peanuts and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
04 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls with your hands.
05 - Place energy balls on a parchment-lined tray. Chill for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
06 - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It satisfies that intense candy bar craving without the post sugar crash.
  • The texture is an incredible mix of chewy, creamy, and crunchy.
02 -
  • If the dough feels too dry, add a teaspoon of water and pulse again.
  • Pressing extra peanuts into the outside before chilling makes them look restaurant style.
03 -
  • Warm the peanut butter slightly for easier mixing.
  • Run your processor in short bursts to avoid overheating the motor.

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