Easy No-Bake Energy Balls Recipe for Kid-Friendly Healthy Snacks
These no-bake energy balls are a quick, wholesome snack perfect for kids and adults alike, made with simple pantry staples and no oven required.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
- ½ cup (120g) almond butter
- ¼ cup (85g) honey
- 2 tbsp (20g) chia seeds
- ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (20g) shredded unsweetened coconut (optional, for rolling)
- 2 tbsp (14g) flaxseed meal (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together 1 cup (90g) rolled oats, 2 tablespoons (20g) chia seeds, 2 tablespoons (14g) flaxseed meal (if using), and ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips.
- Add ½ cup (120g) almond butter, ¼ cup (85g) honey, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly with a sturdy spatula until well combined and sticky.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to firm up the batter.
- Scoop out tablespoons of the chilled mixture and roll each into tight, 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls using your palms. If the mixture sticks, dampen your hands slightly with water.
- Optionally, roll the balls in shredded unsweetened coconut or extra mini chocolate chips for added texture and flair.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature almond butter for easier mixing. Chilling the mixture is important to firm up the balls and prevent them from falling apart. You can substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini for a nut-free version. Maple syrup can replace honey for a vegan option. Rolling the balls gently keeps them from becoming too hard.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 30
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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