Description
Quick, no-bake energy balls packed with oats, nut butter, and a variety of customizable mix-ins, perfect for a healthy snack or on-the-go treat.
Ingredients
- Energy Ball Base:
- 1 ¼ cups old-fashioned rolled oats (can substitute with half old-fashioned, half quick oats for different texture)
- 2 tablespoons “power mix-ins” (chia seeds, flaxseeds, hemp seeds, or more oats)
- ½ cup nut butter of your choice (peanut butter is a classic, but almond or cashew butter work great too)
- ⅓ cup sticky liquid sweetener (honey or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup mix-ins (Choose from the flavor options below)
- Flavor Options:
- Classic Chocolate Chip:
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- Trail Mix:
- 3 tablespoons chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons chopped peanuts
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- White Chocolate Cranberry:
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips
- Almond Joy:
- Replace ½ cup of oats with ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- ¼ cup chopped almonds
- Double Chocolate:
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- Oatmeal Raisin Cookie:
- ½ cup raisins
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, power mix-ins, nut butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, salt, and your choice of mix-ins and any optional spices (like cinnamon for oatmeal raisin). Stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more oats. If it’s too dry, add more nut butter. The mixture should resemble a slightly sticky dough that holds together when squeezed.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to roll into balls.
- Form the Balls: After chilling, use a cookie scoop or your hands to portion out the dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter. If you prefer smaller or larger balls, adjust accordingly.
- Enjoy & Store: Enjoy immediately or transfer the balls to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months for a longer shelf life.
Notes
- Customize Your Mix-ins: Add coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate chips, or dried fruit like apricots or blueberries for extra flavor and texture.
- Protein Boost: Add protein powder or collagen peptides to the base for a protein-packed snack.
- Vegan Option: Use maple syrup and almond butter or peanut butter for a vegan-friendly version.
- Sweetness Level: Adjust the amount of sweetener depending on how sweet you like your energy balls. You can also use stevia or another sugar alternative if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
