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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls Recipe with Dark Chocolate Chips for Quick Healthy Snacks

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A quick and easy no-bake recipe for peanut butter energy balls with dark chocolate chips, perfect for a healthy grab-and-go snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (135g)
  • 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter (125g)
  • 1/3 cup honey (113g) (can substitute maple syrup for vegan option)
  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips (60g) (at least 60% cocoa)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Gather and measure all ingredients (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, and salt. Stir to mix evenly.
  3. Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until sticky dough forms, about 3–4 minutes. If too dry, add more honey or a splash of water, one teaspoon at a time.
  4. Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently to distribute evenly.
  5. Using your hands, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch / 2.5 cm diameter), making around 15–18 balls. If dough sticks, wet hands lightly with water.
  6. Place the balls on wax or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up (or 15 minutes in the freezer if short on time).
  7. Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Notes

Toast oats lightly in a dry pan for 3–4 minutes for a nutty flavor. Use natural peanut butter with no added sugar or oils for best texture. Adjust sweetness by reducing honey if desired. Chilling is important to help balls hold shape. Can substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for vegan version. Sunflower seed butter can replace peanut butter for nut-free version.

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