Energy Balls Recipe
These no bake energy balls are the perfect snack when you need something quick, delicious, and healthy. With 7 simple ingredients like rolled oats, coconut, peanut butter, and flax seeds, these energy balls will leave you feeling satisfied.
Servings: 15 balls
Calories: 128kcal
Equipment
- Food processor
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not instant)
- 1 cup flaked unsweetened coconut
- ⅓ cup natural peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 Tablespoons flax seeds (or chia seeds)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place the rolled oats and unsweetened coconut into the bowl of a food processor and pulse for 1 to 2 minutes, until coarsely ground.
- Add peanut butter, maple syrup, flax seeds, vanilla extract, salt, and chocolate chips. Pulse mixture for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the mixture starts to come together.
- Transfer mixture into a small mixing bowl and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Use a 1" cookie scoop to make the protein balls uniform in size, and roll into balls using the palms of your hands; place on prepared baking sheet. (If the mixture isn't coming together well, add 1 tablespoon of water or maple syrup and stir until well combined.)
- Chill energy balls until firm, at least 30 minutes, or place in the freezer for 15 minutes.
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Notes
- Storage: Place balls in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- How to freeze: Place in a freezer-safe container and store for up to 3 months. To thaw, place in the refrigerator overnight.
- Chill for 30 minutes. This will help your energy bites firm up before serving them.
Nutrition
Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 0.2mg | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
