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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls

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Quick, healthy, and delicious no-bake energy balls combining chocolate and peanut butter for a perfect snack on busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90 g) rolled oats
  • ⅓ cup (80 ml) natural peanut butter
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) honey
  • 2 tablespoons (15 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon (12 g) chia seeds (optional)
  • ¼ cup (43 g) mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add rolled oats, cocoa powder, chia seeds (if using), and salt. Stir to evenly distribute (about 2 minutes).
  2. Add wet ingredients: Pour in natural peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Fold together until mixture is sticky and holds shape. Add a teaspoon of water or more honey if too dry (3-5 minutes).
  3. Mix in chocolate chips gently to avoid melting (about 1 minute).
  4. Form the balls: Roll mixture into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls using hands. Wet hands slightly if mixture sticks (5-10 minutes).
  5. Chill: Place balls on parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  6. Store: Transfer to airtight container. Keep refrigerated up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter with oil separated for best texture. Chill mixture if too soft before rolling. Substitute almond or cashew butter for nut allergies. Swap honey with maple syrup or agave for vegan option. Gluten-free oats can be used for gluten-free diet. Store in airtight container in fridge up to one week or freeze up to 3 months.

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