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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls with Dark Chocolate

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Quick and easy no-bake energy balls combining creamy peanut butter, rolled oats, honey, and dark chocolate chips for a healthy, satisfying snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (135g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup (125g) natural creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup (85g) honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (90g) dark chocolate chips (70% cacao recommended)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add 1 ½ cups rolled oats, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, and a pinch of salt. Stir to evenly distribute.
  2. Add the wet ingredients: Spoon in ½ cup natural creamy peanut butter, ¼ cup honey or maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Fold the mixture until all oats are coated and the batter is sticky but manageable. Add a teaspoon of water or more peanut butter if too dry.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips: Add ½ cup dark chocolate chips and gently mix until evenly distributed.
  4. Form the balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15g) of mixture per ball and roll between palms to form tight, round balls. Wet palms lightly if mixture sticks.
  5. Chill to set: Place balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter without added oils for best consistency. If mixture is crumbly, add more peanut butter or a splash of almond milk. Chilling is essential to firm the balls. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Optional add-ins include chopped nuts, seeds, shredded coconut, or cinnamon.

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

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