Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls
Quick, wholesome, and satisfying no-bake energy balls made with oats, peanut butter, honey, and chocolate chips. Perfect for a healthy snack anytime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 20-22 balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (135 g) rolled oats
- 1 cup (250 g) natural creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup (113 g) honey
- ½ cup (90 g) mini chocolate chips
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp (20 g) chia seeds (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Pulse the oats (optional): If you want a smoother texture, pulse 1 ½ cups (135 g) rolled oats in a food processor 3-4 times until coarsely ground but not flour-y. If you prefer chewier bites, skip this step. (5 minutes)
- Mix the wet ingredients: In your mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (250 g) creamy peanut butter, ⅓ cup (113 g) honey, and 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined. (3 minutes)
- Add the dry ingredients: Stir in the oats (pulsed or whole), ½ cup (90 g) mini chocolate chips, a pinch of salt, and optional 2 tbsp (20 g) chia seeds. Mix until everything is evenly distributed. The mixture will be sticky and thick. (4 minutes)
- Form the balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15 g) of the mixture and roll it between your palms into a ball. Place each ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. Repeat until all mixture is used. You should get about 20-22 balls. (10 minutes)
- Chill and set: Place the baking sheet with the balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up. They’ll hold together better and taste even more delicious once chilled. (30 minutes)
- Store: Transfer the energy balls to an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
If the mixture is too sticky to roll, chill for 10 minutes before shaping. If too dry, add a teaspoon of water or more honey gradually. Warm peanut butter slightly if too stiff. Use old-fashioned oats for best texture. Mini chocolate chips melt slightly with body heat for a nice texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball (about
- Calories: 90100
- Sugar: 56
- Fat: 67
- Carbohydrates: 810
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 3
Keywords: no-bake, peanut butter, energy balls, healthy snack, oats, chocolate chips, quick snack, gluten-free