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No-Bake Energy Balls

No-Bake Energy Balls
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These easy No-Bake Energy Balls are a quick, nutritious, and customizable snack packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butter, and natural sweeteners. Perfect for a morning boost or an afternoon pick-me-up, these energy balls require no baking and minimal preparation, making them ideal for busy lifestyles and on-the-go snacking.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds or flaxseeds

Binding Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup creamy nut butter (peanut, almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter for nut-free)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or cacao nibs
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons dried fruits (such as chopped apricots, cranberries, or raisins)
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons protein powder (plant-based or whey)
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon superfood powders like spirulina, matcha, or maca

Instructions

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chia seeds or flaxseeds, and any optional dry add-ins like shredded coconut, dried fruits, protein powder, or superfood powders.
  2. Add Nut Butter and Sweetener: Stir in the creamy nut butter along with honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and sticky enough to form balls.
  3. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Add mini chocolate chips or cacao nibs carefully, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
  4. Shape Into Balls: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and place them on a tray or plate.
  5. Chill to Set: Place the energy balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up, making them easier to handle and enjoy.

Notes

  • Choose the right nut butter: creamy nut butters bind the mixture better than chunky ones.
  • Adjust sweetness by tasting the mixture before shaping and add more honey or syrup if desired.
  • Chill or wet your hands before rolling to prevent sticking.
  • Store the energy balls refrigerated in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to one week.
  • For longer storage, freeze in a sealed container for up to three months and thaw in the fridge before eating.
  • Mix ingredients thoroughly to ensure consistent flavor in every bite.

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