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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Balls

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These no-bake energy balls combine creamy peanut butter, oats, and honey for a quick, healthy, and kid-friendly snack perfect for lunchboxes or on-the-go fuel.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (135g) rolled oats
  • 1 cup (250g) natural peanut butter
  • ¼ cup (85g) honey
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • ¼ cup (43g) mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients: rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, ground flaxseed, vanilla extract, sea salt, and optional mini chocolate chips and chia seeds.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, ground flaxseed, sea salt, and optional chia seeds. Stir until evenly mixed.
  3. Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until the oats are well coated and the mixture holds together. Adjust texture by adding more oats or honey if needed.
  4. Fold in mini chocolate chips if using.
  5. Chill the mixture in the fridge for about 10 minutes to firm up (or 5 minutes in the freezer if in a hurry).
  6. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. Place on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper.
  7. Refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes before packing to set their shape and improve texture.
  8. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter with minimal oils for best texture. Chilling the mixture before rolling helps the balls hold their shape and reduces mess. Keep hands slightly damp when rolling to prevent sticking. Adjust sweetness by reducing honey or substituting with maple syrup for a vegan option. Oats can be swapped for gluten-free oats if needed. Sunflower seed butter can replace peanut butter for nut allergies.

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