No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls are a perfect little snack or breakfast to make up in only 5 minutes. Filled with creamy peanut butter, sweet chocolate chips, and delicious oats, these tasty treats are popular with kids and adults!
Best Peanut Butter Energy Balls
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls are one of my staple recipes I have made dozens of times. My kids are kind of obsessed with them. While they should last all week long, I catch my kids sneaking them constantly throughout the day. But that’s ok since I include all the feel-good ingredients that also taste delicious like peanut butter, honey, and oats. This recipe is the perfect base to switch up and add all types mix-ins for a variety of flavors. And I love that they’re ready in just 5 minutes, only require one bowl with very little messy cleanup, are easy on the budget, and can be made ahead to enjoy later!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Irresistible! They are full of sweet and delicious flavors that are hard to stop eating!
Easy! Only one bowl and a handful of ingredients are needed.
Kids love them! Perfect for an after-school snack!
Ingredients
- Oats– Either old-fashioned or instant oats are the base for energy balls. I have used both and either works well.
- Peanut Butter– Creamy or crunchy peanut butter tastes yummy, just depends if you want a little extra crunch or not.
- Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips– While you can use any flavor of chocolate chips you prefer, I like the mini because it makes it easier to stir together.
- Honey– This is the binder or the “glue” for the recipe. While you could substitute with maple syrup, I find that it makes it a little harder for the balls to hold their shape.
- Mix-ins– Any variety of mix-ins like hemp seeds, flaxseeds, or chia seeds bring some nice crunch and protein to the recipe.
- Salt– Just a touch helps balance out the sweetness.
*See the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page for detailed instructions and a list of ingredients.
How To Make No-Bake Energy Balls
- Combine the ingredients: Add all the ingredients to the bowl and stir. It’s that easy! It may take just a minute or two to make sure you get everything combined well.
- Chill: This step is optional but I find that if I chill it in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, it is much easier to roll into balls.
- Roll into balls: Scoop with a spoon and roll into balls. I like to roll my balls to be 1-2 inches in size. Then enjoy!
Variation Ideas
These energy balls are so versatile and can be made in a variety of different ways. A few ideas to switch them up are:
- Chocolate: Try milk, dark, or even white chocolate chips.
- Nut butter: Swap out the peanut butter for almond butter or sunflower butter.
- Mix-ins: Toast a little coconut and sprinkle in.
- Berries: Add a little dried cranberries, cherries, or blueberries for a touch of fruit.
- Protein: Mix in a little protein powder for added nutrition.
Storage Options
To store: Store covered in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
To freeze: Energy bites freeze well when placed in an air-tight container or freezer bag and frozen for up to 2-3 months.
Helpful Tips
* Refrigerate before mixing: To help the balls keep their shape, refrigerate for 1-2 hours before rolling into balls.
* Double the batch: Make a little extra to freeze and enjoy them as easy snacks or breakfast on the go.
* Make into bars: You can also flatten out the mixture in an 8×8-inch pan and refrigerate before cutting into squares if you prefer a different shape.
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No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups oats old-fashioned or instant
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons mix-ins such as chia seeds, flax seeds, hemp seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Optional: Refrigerate 1-2 hours before rolling into balls to make it easier for them to hold their shape.
- Scoop and roll into 1-2 inch balls. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate in an air-tight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2-3 months.