Description
These Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls are a delicious and nutritious no-bake snack packed with rolled oats, natural peanut butter, and dairy-free chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they combine wholesome ingredients with a rich chocolate-peanut flavor, making them an ideal healthy treat for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- â…“ cup dairy-free mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the rolled oats, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground flaxseed, and a pinch of salt until evenly distributed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the natural peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until the mixture becomes sticky and well-combined.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the dairy-free mini chocolate chips into the batter to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Form Balls: Use your hands or a small cookie scoop to shape the mixture into 1-inch balls, ensuring they are compact so they hold together well.
- Chill to Set: Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- Store Properly: Keep the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze them for longer storage.
Notes
- Substitute almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a peanut-free alternative.
- Add chopped nuts, chia seeds, or shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor.
- These energy balls can be enjoyed as a quick snack or pre/post-workout fuel.
- Make sure to refrigerate them to maintain firmness before serving.
