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Healthy No-Bake Energy Balls Recipe

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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These quick and easy Energy Balls are a nutritious and delicious snack packed with rolled oats, peanut butter, chia seeds, and a natural sweetener. Perfect for a boost of energy on-the-go, they can be customized with optional mini chocolate chips or raisins. Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required, these energy balls are ideal for a healthy treat any time of day.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (or allergy friendly substitute)
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or honey or agave)
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • Optional handful mini chocolate chips or raisins

Instructions

  1. Prepare Nut Butter: If the peanut butter or chosen nut butter is not already soft, gently warm it until it is easy to stir. This makes mixing smoother and ensures the ingredients blend well.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, salt, and if using, mini chocolate chips or raisins. Stir well to distribute all dry ingredients evenly.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the softened peanut butter and pure maple syrup (or your chosen liquid sweetener) until the mixture is thoroughly combined and sticky enough to hold together.
  4. Form Balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into small balls or press into cookie shapes, depending on your preference and desired serving size.
  5. Store Properly: Place the energy balls in a covered container. They can be kept at room temperature for up to one week, refrigerated for up to three weeks, or frozen for up to four months for longer storage.

Notes

  • You can substitute peanut butter with any allergy-friendly nut or seed butter like almond, sunflower seed, or cashew butter.
  • Try adding other mix-ins like shredded coconut, flaxseeds, or chopped nuts for extra texture and nutrition.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup, honey, or agave based on your preference.
  • For a lower calorie version, reduce the nut butter slightly and add more oats or seeds.
  • If the mixture is too sticky to roll, chill it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before shaping.

Find it online: https://evelynscooking.com/healthy-no-bake-energy-balls-recipe/