No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy (Printable Version)

Bite-sized peanut butter and chocolate snacks ready in minutes, offering a quick boost of energy.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (90 g)
02 - 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter (160 g)
03 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet mini chocolate chips (85 g)
04 - 1/3 cup honey or pure maple syrup (110 g)

→ Flavor & Texture

05 - 1/2 cup ground flaxseed (45 g)
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

# How-to Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, mix the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, and salt until evenly distributed.
02 - Add the creamy peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture.
03 - Stir thoroughly until a uniform mixture forms, then fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly.
04 - Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes to firm up, facilitating easier rolling.
05 - With clean hands, shape the chilled mixture into approximately 1-inch diameter balls.
06 - Place the formed balls onto a parchment-lined tray and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy no-bake preparation
  • Perfect energy boost for any time of the day
02 -
  • Swap peanut butter for almond or cashew butter to vary the flavor
  • Use maple syrup and dairy-free chocolate chips for a vegan version
03 -
  • Chill mixture before rolling to make handling easier
  • Store in airtight container to maintain freshness
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