Description
Energy Balls are the ultimate no-bake snack, perfect for busy days and cravings. These wholesome treats combine rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, and chia seeds to create a nutritious energy boost without refined sugars. Whether you’re heading to work, hitting the gym, or just need a midday pick-me-up, these energy balls are incredibly satisfying and easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or allergy-friendly substitute)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or honey/agave)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/8 tsp salt
- Optional: mini chocolate chips or raisins
Instructions
- If necessary, warm the peanut butter until it’s easy to stir.
- In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt.
- Stir in the peanut butter and sweetener until thoroughly mixed.
- Roll the mixture into small balls or press into cookie shapes.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week at room temperature or longer in the fridge/freezer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg