Description
These easy no-bake energy balls are the perfect healthy snack! Made with wholesome oats, peanut butter, and a touch of natural sweetness, they’re packed with fiber, protein, and energy-boosting nutrients. Soft, chewy, and customizable, they come together in just 5 minutes—no oven required! Whether you need a quick grab-and-go breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a little afternoon pick-me-up, these oatmeal energy bites will hit the spot.
Ingredients
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1 cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
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½ cup peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter of choice)
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¼ cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave
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1 tbsp chia seeds (for extra fiber and texture)
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⅛ tsp salt (to enhance the flavors)
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Optional: Handful of mini chocolate chips or raisins
Instructions
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Soften the Nut Butter – If your peanut butter is thick, warm it slightly in the microwave to make it easier to stir.
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Mix Dry Ingredients – In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, and salt.
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Combine Everything – Stir in the peanut butter and maple syrup (or honey) until fully mixed.
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Shape Into Balls – Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls. If the dough is too sticky, chill it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before rolling.
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Store & Enjoy – Keep the energy balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, in the fridge for three weeks, or freeze for up to four months.
Notes
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If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water or extra maple syrup.
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To make this nut-free, swap peanut butter for sunflower seed butter or tahini.
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Stir in shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or a dash of cinnamon for extra flavor.
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Let the energy balls sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before eating for a firmer texture.
- Equipment:
Mixing bowl
Spoon or spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Airtight container for storage
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 3.9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: energy balls, no-bake snack, oatmeal energy bites, peanut butter balls, healthy snack