Description
Energy balls are the ultimate no-bake snack that combines convenience with nutrition. Perfect for satisfying cravings or providing a quick energy boost, these delightful bites are made with wholesome ingredients like oats and nut butter. With just a few simple steps, you can create a customizable treat that fits your taste preferences, making them ideal for meal prep or on-the-go snacking. Whether you’re looking for a pre-workout fuel, a midday pick-me-up, or something sweet to satisfy your dessert cravings, energy balls are a delicious solution that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or another nut butter)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or honey/agave)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt.
- If needed, warm the peanut butter until it’s easy to stir, then add to the dry mixture along with maple syrup.
- Mix until fully combined; the mixture should be sticky.
- Roll into bite-sized balls or press into cookie shapes.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate for three weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg