Energy Balls (Oats, Peanut Butter, Chocolate Chips)
These Energy Balls are the perfect quick snack to keep you fueled throughout the day! Packed with oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips, they’re sweet, nutty, and totally satisfying. Best of all, no baking required—just mix, roll, and chill! My kids love them, and they’re the ideal healthy snack when I need a little energy boost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Add the chocolate chips:
- Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Roll into balls:
- Use your hands to roll the mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter. If the mixture is too sticky, lightly wet your hands to help shape them.
- Chill:
- Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm them up.
- Serve:
- Once chilled, enjoy your energy balls right away or store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Storage tip: Keep these energy balls in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months—just place them in a freezer-safe bag or container.