Energy Balls
Energy balls are a delicious and nutritious snack made from oats, nut butter, and chocolate chips, perfect for a quick energy boost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter peanut or almond
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or dried fruit
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts e.g., almonds, walnuts
- 1/4 cup seeds e.g., chia, flax
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: shredded coconut for rolling
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, nut butter, and honey.
- Stir in chocolate chips and chopped nuts until evenly mixed.
- Add seeds, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mixture.
- Use your hands to knead the mixture until it sticks together.
- Refrigerate the mixture for 10 minutes to firm up.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll each into a ball shape.
- If desired, roll the balls in shredded coconut for added texture.
- Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy your energy balls as a nutritious snack!
Nutrition
Calories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 5gFiber: 2g
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