Easy No Bake Energy Balls (5 minute Recipe)
Easy, Tasty and Nutritious No Bake Energy Balls Recipe – Wholesome ingredients and Incredible Flavors!
These No bake energy balls are easy to make with simply pantry ingredients that I almost always have on hand. They are super effortless to mix up and shape into appetizing little energy balls. (If you’ve got some time to spare, you can shape them into cute cookies or press the mixture into a sheet pan and cut them into bars.) This is one of those recipes you want to keep on hand for healthy snacking, evening cravings, or breakfasts. They’re healthy, super delicious and impossible to resist.
Benefits of Healthy Homemade Energy Balls:
Also known as power bites or protein balls, these no bake energy balls are packed with protein, healthy fats, whole grain carbohydrates, iron, magnesium, and fiber.
You can easily adjust the recipe by adding different options like flaxseeds, chia seeds, or cacao nibs to increase the health benefits and nutrients of this recipe.
They provide a great pre or post work out snack. This low calorie recipe is vegan and gluten free; which makes these energy balls a great snack for vegans, people following a gluten free diet or simply trying to manage their weight.
What ingredients do I need for this recipe?
1 cup rolled oats
½ cup peanut butter
¼ cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1/8 teaspoon salt
Handful mini chocolate chips or raisins (optional)
How to make this No Bake Energy Balls Recipe?
To make these no bake energy balls, stir all ingredients together then roll into balls or press into cookie shape or bar shape.
Take a medium bowl and mix in the dry ingredients. Add in the sweetener and the peanut butter or any nut butter you choose to work with. (if it’s not soft, you need to gently warm it until it becomes easy to stir).
Once the ingredients are well combined, used them to create small balls or flatten to create bars or your desired cookie shape.
Enjoy the homemade energy balls right away or place them in a covered container and keep it for a week on the counter at room temperature or place it in the fridge or freezer.
These Healthy and Delicious No Bake Energy Balls Make a Delightful Treat to keep on hand whenever you need it!
Helpful Tips and Variations:
Which oats should I use for these energy balls? For better texture, you should use old fashioned rolled oats; they’ll give you nice chewy energy balls. If you don’t have old fashioned rolled oats, it’s ok to use quick oats instead.
Which nut butter can I use for this recipe? Choose any nut butter you prefer. You can use cashew butter, almond butter, Tahini or Greek yogurt.
How can I replace the maple syrup? Honey makes a great substitute, especially if you’re looking for something similar in consistency.
How can I replace the chia seeds? Instead of chia seeds, you can add flaxseeds, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds.
Can I freeze these energy balls? Definitely! You can make them in large quantities and keep them in the fridge for up to 3 months to grab a nutritious snack whenever needed.
How can I serve these No Bake Energy Balls?
You can serve these incredible no bake energy bites for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. You can pair them with coffee, tea or a nutritious smoothie. Or you can pack them in your school or work lunch box as a healthy snack paired with nuts or dried fruits to boost your energy and vitality. You can also enjoy these bites after your workout to help you recover. Eat them as they are or use them as a topping for your smoothie bowl or yogurt.
If you’re hosting a gathering. These no bake energy balls make an incredibly tasty and nutritious snack to welcome your health conscious guests.
Easy No Bake Energy Balls (5 minute Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- Handful mini chocolate chips or raisins optional
Instructions
- Take a medium bowl and mix in the dry ingredients. Add in the sweetener and the peanut butter or any nut butter you choose to work with (if it’s not soft, you need to gently warm it until it becomes easy to stir). Once the ingredients are well combined, used them to create small balls or flatten to create bars or your desired cookie shape.
- Enjoy the homemade energy balls right away or place them in a covered container and keep it for a week on the counter at room temperature or place it in the fridge or freezer.
