Easy 5-Ingredient Energy Balls for Dorm Snacking
These no-bake energy balls are made with just five simple ingredients—oats, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, and flaxseed. Ready in 10 minutes, they’re the perfect grab-and-go snack for busy students, late-night study sessions, or anytime you need a quick, satisfying bite without turning on the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes (plus optional 30 minutes chilling)
- Yield: 14-16 energy balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- ½ cup (128g) creamy peanut butter (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup (112g) honey
- ⅓ cup (60g) mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
Instructions
- Measure the rolled oats into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the creamy peanut butter on top of the oats.
- Pour in the honey. For easy release, spray the measuring cup with cooking spray first.
- Sprinkle the ground flaxseed evenly over the mixture.
- Add the mini chocolate chips, reserving a tablespoon for topping if desired.
- Mix everything together with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until a thick, slightly sticky dough forms. If too dry, add a teaspoon of honey or water; if too wet, add a tablespoon of oats.
- Optional but recommended: Chill the mixture in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to make rolling easier.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll between slightly damp palms to form a ball. Repeat with remaining mixture.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper. If reserved, press a few chocolate chips into the tops.
- Let the balls set at room temperature for 10 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature peanut butter and honey. If the mixture is too sticky to roll, chill it for 15-20 minutes. Wet your hands slightly with cold water before rolling to prevent sticking. These energy balls improve after a day in the fridge as flavors meld. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 145160
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 60
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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