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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls

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Quick and healthy no-bake energy balls combining creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, perfect for a satisfying snack anytime.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup (125g) natural peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup (85g) honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
  • 2 tablespoons (10g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (45g) mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients: rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, mini chocolate chips, chia seeds, and salt.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients in a medium bowl: rolled oats, cocoa powder, chia seeds, salt, and mini chocolate chips until evenly combined.
  3. Add the wet ingredients: peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until a dough-like consistency forms. If too dry, add honey or peanut butter teaspoon by teaspoon.
  4. Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15g) of mixture and roll into a firm ball. Repeat until all mixture is used, yielding approximately 15-18 balls.
  5. Place the balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  6. Store the chilled energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw before eating if frozen.

Notes

If mixture is too sticky, wet hands slightly to roll balls. Use natural peanut butter stirred well to avoid separation. Chill balls to prevent crumbling or stickiness. Store in layers separated by parchment paper to avoid sticking. Microwave peanut butter for 10 seconds if too thick. Substitute maple syrup for honey to make vegan. Use gluten-free oats for gluten-free version. Optional add-ins include cinnamon, espresso powder, protein powder, dried cranberries, chopped nuts, or orange zest.

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