Energy Balls & Sweet Snack Treats
Energy balls and sweet snack treats are nutritious, no-bake bites packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, and dried fruits. Perfect for on-the-go snacking or a quick energy boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 20 balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, ground flaxseed, and salt.
- Add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips and shredded coconut (if using).
- Refrigerate the mixture for 20–30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, roll into small balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter with any nut or seed butter.
- Add chopped nuts or dried fruits for extra texture and flavor.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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