Energy Balls
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Energy Balls
Description
Energy Balls are small, bite-sized snacks made by mixing oats, coconut, peanut butter, honey, flaxseed, and chocolate chips without baking. Once chilled, the mixture firms so it can be shaped into balls that combine chewy and crunchy textures. The blend of rolled oats and steel cut oats provides hearty chew, while crispy rice cereal adds lightness. Peanut butter and honey act as natural binders, offering moisture and sweetness. The chocolate chips provide bursts of rich flavor amidst the other ingredients. The recipe allows flexibility to add nuts or dried fruit, adapting the flavor and texture.
These energy balls do not require baking, making them quick to assemble and easy to store. They keep well refrigerated and freeze well for long-term storage, making them convenient for meal prep or portable snacks. Their size and ingredients make them practical for grab-and-go snacking, providing a balance of carbohydrates, fats, and a bit of protein from the flaxseed and nut butter.
The mixture may need additional nut butter or honey if it does not hold together well initially. This ensures the balls remain intact and do not crumble when handled. The recipe notes suggest freezing them for up to two months with simple thawing instructions.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 1/2 cup coconut shredded, sweetened
- 1 cup crispy rice cereal (like Rice Krispies or crushed rice chex)
- 1 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter)
- 1 cup Flaxseed ground
- 2/3 cup chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before forming into 1-2 inch balls. (If the mixture isn't holding together well enough you can add a little more nut butter or honey to help it bind). Keep refrigerated for an easy snack on the go.
- Feel free to include other "add-ins" like chopped almonds, raisins, etc.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, depending on freshness of your ingredients.
Notes
- Freeze energy balls in an airtight container for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge or at room temperature.
- You can add dried fruits like dates or raisins for variety.
- Increase protein content by adding a scoop of protein powder and a bit more honey to maintain moisture.
- Include nuts such as walnuts, almonds, or pecans to add crunch and flavor.
- If omitting flaxseed, substitute with additional oats or crispy rice cereal.
- Swap peanut butter for almond or sunflower butter to accommodate allergies or preferences.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 128 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 128kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 37mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 92mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 55IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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