Peanut Butter Energy Balls (Print version)
No-bake peanut butter and oat energy bites with chocolate chips and flaxseed—ready in about 10 minutes.
# What goes in:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
→ Mix-Ins
04 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
05 - 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed or chia seeds
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
→ Flavor
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of salt
# Cooking steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, add rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, ground flaxseed or chia seeds, shredded coconut if desired, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until a uniform dough forms.
02 - Gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
03 - Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes to allow it to firm up for easier shaping.
04 - Using clean hands, roll mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange evenly on a tray lined with parchment paper.
05 - Chill the energy balls in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving. Transfer finished balls to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
# Tips from flavorandfeast:
01 -
- No baking needed means instant gratification for any snack attack moment.
- They’re a sneaky way to add wholesome goodness even on your busiest days.
02 -
- Trying to roll while the mixture is too warm makes your hands a chocolatey mess and the balls won’t hold together.
- Letting the balls chill a second time helps the flavors marry and gives you that perfect chewy bite.
03 -
- Store the balls with a small slice of bread in the container to keep them soft for the whole week.
- Use a cookie scoop for portioning if you want uniform balls without the mess.