Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls (Printer-friendly)

Chewy chocolate and peanut butter bites offering a quick and satisfying snack option.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
03 - 1/3 cup honey or pure maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips

→ Optional Add-ins

06 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds
07 - 1/4 cup finely chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts)
08 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, cocoa powder, ground flaxseed or chia seeds if using, and pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to distribute evenly.
02 - Add peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract if using. Stir until all ingredients form a cohesive, well-combined mixture.
03 - Fold in mini chocolate chips and chopped nuts if using until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
04 - Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, roll mixture into balls approximately 1 inch in diameter. Apply gentle pressure to ensure they hold shape.
05 - Place energy balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
06 - Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months for longer storage.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No baking means you can make them in your pajamas without heating up the kitchen
  • They actually satisfy that afternoon chocolate craving without the sugar crash
  • The recipe is forgiving enough to handle whatever your pantry happens to have
02 -
  • The mixture should hold together when squeezed but not feel wet or sticky enough to coat your hands heavily
  • Room temperature peanut butter mixes much more easily than cold straight from the fridge
  • Letting the mixture rest for 10 minutes before rolling makes it less crumbly and easier to shape
03 -
  • Dampen your hands slightly with water before rolling to prevent sticking without adding extra oil
  • If the mixture feels too dry let it sit for 10 minutes as the oats absorb moisture from the nut butter

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