No-Bake Energy Balls (GF)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Servings
30 servings
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Calories
126 kcal
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Course
Snacks
No-Bake Energy Balls (GF)
Description
This recipe mixes rolled oats, finely toasted coconut flakes, creamy peanut butter, ground flaxseed, and chocolate chips with honey, chia seeds, and vanilla extract to form a sticky mixture. After chilling to firm up, the mixture is rolled into bite-sized balls. The toasted coconut adds a mild nuttiness, while the chia seeds and flaxseed contribute subtle texture and nutrition. The peanut butter acts as a binder and flavor base, and the chocolate chips add bursts of sweetness.
No baking is required, simplifying preparation and preserving the texture and flavor of each ingredient. The balls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated, making them a versatile snack. The recipe supports substitutions like agave nectar for honey or other nut butters for peanut butter for dietary preferences.
These energy balls are suitable as a quick snack between meals or pre/post-exercise fuel, portable and easy to customize for taste and texture by adjusting mix-ins or size.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry old-fashioned oats
- ⅔ cup coconut flakes finely shredded style, lightly toasted*
- ½ cup peanut butter creamy
- ½ cup Flaxseed ground
- ⅔ cup chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 TB chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well until fully incorporated. Cover and chill for 30 minutes to an hour.
- Roll into balls of your preferred size. If the mixture is too sticky, it helps to keep a bowl of water nearby to keep dipping your hands into. Wet palms will make the rolling a lot easier.
- Store in an airtight container. Will keep well at moderate room temp or in the fridge.
Notes
- To toast the shredded coconut, stir it in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat until lightly browned and aromatic, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Agave nectar can substitute honey to make the recipe vegan-friendly.
- If chia seeds are unavailable, poppy seeds can be used instead.
- Sunflower seed butter can replace peanut butter to make a nut-free version.
- Store the energy balls in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 126 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 126kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 13.3g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7.5g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9g | 15% |
| Sodium | 24.9mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 10% |
| Sugar | 8.2g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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