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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

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These no-bake peanut butter energy balls are a quick, easy, and nutritious snack perfect for sustained energy throughout the day. Made with simple pantry staples, they offer a chewy, sweet, and satisfying bite without any baking required.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) creamy or natural peanut butter
  • 1 ½ cups (135 g) rolled oats
  • 3 tablespoons (60 ml) honey
  • 2 tablespoons (14 g) ground flaxseed
  • 1 tablespoon (12 g) chia seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (43 g) mini chocolate chips or cacao nibs (optional)
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the oats, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, salt, and chocolate chips if using. Stir everything together until the mixture is sticky but holds together when pressed. Adjust consistency by adding a teaspoon of water or more honey if too dry, or more oats if too wet.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls using your hands. You should get around 20-24 balls.
  5. Place the balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use natural or creamy peanut butter for best texture. Adjust wet and dry ingredients to get the right consistency. Chill the balls to firm up and improve texture. Wet or oil your hands lightly to make rolling easier. Substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan option. Add protein powder or mix-ins like dried fruit or nuts for variations.

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