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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Balls

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Quick and wholesome no-bake energy balls made with oats, natural peanut butter, honey, and dark chocolate chips. Perfect for a healthy snack or quick energy boost.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (135 g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ¾ cup (180 g) natural creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup (85 g) honey (or maple syrup for vegan version)
  • ½ cup (90 g) dark chocolate chips (60-70% cacao)
  • 2 tbsp (20 g) chia seeds (optional)
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp (1.5 g) salt

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, salt, and dark chocolate chips. Stir gently to prevent chips from sinking.
  3. Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with a spatula or wooden spoon until sticky and thick.
  4. Check the consistency: if too dry, add more peanut butter or honey a teaspoon at a time; if too sticky, add a few more oats.
  5. Scoop out about a tablespoon-sized portion (roughly 15 g) and roll into tight balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray. Yield is about 15-18 balls.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best flavor melding.
  7. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.

Notes

Use natural creamy peanut butter without added sugar or hydrogenated oils for best flavor and texture. If mixture sticks to hands, dampen hands with water or oil before rolling. Chilling overnight improves flavor melding. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Protein powder can be added with adjustments to maintain texture.

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Keywords: no-bake, peanut butter, oat energy balls, healthy snacks, quick snack, dark chocolate chips, vegan option, gluten-free

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