Description
These delicious peanut butter energy balls offer a perfect blend of nutty flavor and sweetness, making them an ideal snack for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients:
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Instructions:
- 1. Gather Your Ingredients: Bring all ingredients to your kitchen counter for easy access.
- 2. Mix It All Together: In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup). Stir until smooth and creamy. Add oats and any mix-ins like chocolate chips or chia seeds.
- 3. Form the Balls: Using clean hands, roll the mixture into small balls about the size of a tablespoon. They don't have to be perfectly round!
- 4. Chill Out: Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- 5. Store Your Goodies: Once chilled, transfer them to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to one week.
- 6. Enjoy Anytime! Grab one whenever you need an energy boost—perfect for breakfast on-the-go or as a post-workout snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg