Description
These Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that’s perfect for a quick energy boost. Packed with wholesome ingredients and easy to make, these no-bake bites are sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup mini dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, flaxseed, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and sea salt until well combined.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover and refrigerate the dough for 15–20 minutes to slightly firm up.
- Form Energy Balls: Roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands or a cookie scoop.
- Refrigerate: Place the energy balls on a baking sheet and refrigerate until firm.
- Storage: Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- You can substitute almond or cashew butter for the peanut butter.
- For added texture and nutrition, consider incorporating chia seeds, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
