Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls
These no-bake peanut butter energy balls are quick, easy, and perfect for lunchboxes. Made with simple pantry staples, they offer a satisfying, wholesome snack with a hint of sweetness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 18-20 energy balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy unsweetened peanut butter (natural peanut butter works best)
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey (maple syrup for vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional but recommended)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- Optional: flaxseed meal for added omega-3s and binding
Instructions
- Measure out all ingredients: 1 cup peanut butter, 1 1/2 cups oats, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips if using.
- In a mixing bowl, stir peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, sea salt, and chocolate chips. Fold together with a spatula or spoon until fully combined. Mixture should be sticky but firm; add honey or peanut butter teaspoon by teaspoon if too crumbly.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch balls using hands or a small cookie scoop, yielding about 18-20 balls. Wet hands with water or rub coconut oil on palms if mixture sticks.
- Store energy balls in an airtight container, layering with parchment paper if stacking. Keep refrigerated up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Use creamy natural peanut butter for best texture. Chill mixture before rolling to prevent stickiness. Wet hands or use coconut oil to ease rolling. Old-fashioned oats preferred for better texture. Can substitute nut butters for allergies. Store refrigerated up to one week or freeze up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball (appro
- Calories: 90100
- Sugar: 34
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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