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Easy No Bake 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Energy Balls Recipe for Quick Snacks

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These no bake peanut butter energy balls are a quick, simple, and delicious snack made with just five wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they require no baking and come together in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
  • 1 cup (90 g) rolled oats (old-fashioned or quick oats)
  • 1/3 cup (113 g) honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
  • 1/4 cup (43 g) mini chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons (20 g) chia seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and measure them out.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey until smooth and well combined. If peanut butter is too stiff, warm gently for 10 seconds in the microwave.
  3. Stir in the oats and chia seeds until evenly distributed. If mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water or more honey.
  4. Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently to distribute without melting.
  5. Use hands or a small cookie scoop to form 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls. Roll firmly but keep texture slightly soft. Wet hands or dust with oats if sticky.
  6. Place balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Alternatively, freeze for 15 minutes if in a hurry.
  7. Transfer chilled energy balls to an airtight container for storage.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter with no added sugar for best flavor. Chilling is essential to firm up the balls and prevent them from falling apart. Adjust texture by adding more honey or oats as needed. For vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Optional chia seeds add omega-3s and fiber. Roll hands in water or oats to prevent sticking when shaping balls.

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