These Peanut Butter Energy Balls are the perfect snack option for a quick burst of energy during the day. These bite-sized treats are made with nutritious ingredients like oats, flaxseeds, and honey, and are flavored with creamy peanut butter. With just a few simple steps, you can whip up a batch of these delicious and healthy energy balls.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons flaxseeds
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips (optional)
- ¼ cup shredded coconut (optional)
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, flaxseeds, chocolate chips (if using), and shredded coconut (if using).
- Mix all the ingredients until well-combined and sticky. If the mixture is too dry, add more peanut butter or honey.
- Once the mixture is thoroughly mixed, chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- After chilling, remove the mixture from the refrigerator and shape it into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Once all the mixture is shaped into balls, return them to the refrigerator and let them set for at least 1 hour.
- After the energy balls have set, transfer them to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Enjoy the Peanut Butter Energy Balls as a quick and nutritious snack whenever you need a boost of energy!
