Description
Indulge in these delightful Energy Balls, the perfect no-bake snack that combines convenience with nutrition. Packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butter, and chia seeds, these bite-sized treats are ideal for busy days. Whether you’re headed to the gym or need a quick pick-me-up, they provide a satisfying boost of energy while curbing your sweet tooth. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit for a personal touch. With just five minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch that keeps well in the fridge or freezer—making healthy snacking easier than ever!
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or alternative)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or honey/agave)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/8 tsp salt
- Optional: mini chocolate chips or raisins
Instructions
- Gently warm the nut butter until it’s soft and easy to stir.
- In a medium bowl, mix the rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt until combined.
- Add the warmed nut butter and sweetener to the dry mixture; stir until well mixed.
- Roll the mixture into small balls or press into cookie shapes on a baking sheet.
- Store in a covered container at room temperature for up to one week, refrigerate for three weeks, or freeze for four months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg