Easy 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Energy Balls
A quick and healthy snack made with just peanut butter, oats, and honey. These energy balls are soft, chewy, and perfect for on-the-go energy boosts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 15-18 energy balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) peanut butter (creamy or chunky, natural preferred)
- 1 cup (90 g) rolled oats (old-fashioned recommended)
- 1/3 cup (113 g) honey
Instructions
- Gather and measure your ingredients: 1 cup peanut butter, 1 cup rolled oats, and 1/3 cup honey.
- Combine peanut butter and honey in a mixing bowl. Stir together until smooth and well blended.
- Gradually fold in the rolled oats. Mix until the oats are evenly coated and the mixture becomes thick and sticky.
- Check consistency: The dough should hold together when pressed but not be overly wet or crumbly. If too sticky, add a tablespoon of oats; if too dry, add a bit more honey or peanut butter.
- Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls. This should yield about 15-18 energy balls depending on size.
- Place the balls on a lined baking sheet or plate so they aren’t touching.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help set and make them less sticky to handle.
- Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container to keep fresh.
Notes
Use natural peanut butter without hydrogenated oils for best flavor and texture. Chill the balls to help them hold shape and reduce stickiness. Wetting hands slightly before rolling helps prevent sticking. Variations include adding cocoa powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, or protein powder. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 90100
- Fat: 56
- Carbohydrates: 1012
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 34
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