Description
These Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls are a delicious, no-bake snack packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and flaxseed. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they combine rich cocoa and dairy-free chocolate chips for a satisfying treat that’s also gluten-free and vegan-friendly.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in the natural peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is fully incorporated and forms a sticky dough.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold the dairy-free chocolate chips into the mixture to ensure even distribution without melting.
- Adjust texture: If the mixture feels too dry and crumbly, add a small splash of plant-based milk (such as almond or oat milk). If it feels too wet, incorporate a few more oats to reach the desired consistency for rolling.
- Form energy balls: Using your hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch diameter balls for uniform size and easy snacking.
- Chill: Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape.
- Store: Keep the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter or sunflower seed butter for peanut butter for varied flavor profiles or nut-free options.
- Add texture and nutrition by including chia seeds, hemp hearts, or shredded coconut to the mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
