Energy Balls Nut Butter Oats (View Print Version)

Enjoy quick, no-bake bites with oats, nut butter, seeds, and chocolate—ideal for easy, nutritious snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
03 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
04 - 2 tablespoons shredded unsweetened coconut

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
06 - 1/3 cup honey
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

08 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
09 - 1/4 cup chopped dried fruit

# Method:

01 - In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, ground flaxseed, mini dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut, chia seeds, and chopped dried fruit until evenly distributed.
02 - Add natural peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is cohesive and binds together.
03 - Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the mixture to firm, making shaping easier.
04 - Using a tablespoon measure, scoop and roll the mixture into balls, continuing until all mixture is utilized.
05 - Transfer energy balls to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses wholesome pantry staples for every ingredient
  • Takes just ten minutes from start to finish with zero baking involved
  • Kid friendly and easy to pack in lunches or grab on the go
  • Perfect base for add ins so you can customize with your favorite seeds dried fruit or chocolate
02 -
  • Makes a nourishing snack for active kids or adults
  • Packed with fiber protein and healthy fats
  • Easy to double or triple for meal prep sessions
03 -
  • If your mixture feels too dry try adding an extra spoonful of nut butter If it is too sticky a pinch of oats will fix it
  • Using damp hands helps with rolling and makes it less likely you will lose some mixture to your palms For the richest flavor always toast your coconut first it brings out sweetness and makes the bites extra fragrant Kids love helping with this step just set out the toppings in little bowls and let them get creative
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