Description
Energy Balls are the perfect solution for anyone seeking a quick, nutritious snack. These no-bake delights are packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, nut butter, and chia seeds, making them an excellent choice for breakfast or a post-workout treat. With just five minutes of prep time, you can create these versatile bites and customize them to suit your taste by adding chocolate chips, dried fruit, or even nuts. Ideal for busy days, Energy Balls are not only delicious but also portable, fitting perfectly into lunchboxes or bags. Kids love them too! Enjoy guilt-free snacking anytime with this simple recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- If needed, warm the nut butter slightly for easy mixing.
- In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt.
- Add the softened nut butter and maple syrup; stir until mixed well.
- Roll into small balls or press into cookie shapes.
- Store in an airtight container; enjoy at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg