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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls Recipe for Quick Healthy Snacks

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These easy no-bake peanut butter energy balls are a quick, healthy, and delicious snack perfect for on-the-go, packed with wholesome ingredients and a nostalgic peanut buttery flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter (natural, no added sugar recommended)
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned oats preferred)
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Measure out all ingredients before starting.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Warm peanut butter slightly if needed.
  3. Add rolled oats, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, and salt. Stir well until mixture thickens and holds together. Adjust oats or peanut butter/honey if too sticky or crumbly.
  4. Fold in mini chocolate chips gently.
  5. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into balls. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. Yield is about 20 balls.
  6. Chill in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.
  7. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

If mixture sticks to hands while rolling, wet palms or dust with extra oats. Use natural peanut butter for best flavor. Chilling is essential to help balls hold shape. Quick oats can be used but yield softer texture. Can substitute honey with maple syrup for vegan version. Freeze balls for longer storage up to 3 months.

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