Description
Chewy, nutty energy balls that provide a delicious and wholesome boost, perfect for snacks or pre-workout fuel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: rolled oats, cocoa powder, and chopped nuts in a mixing bowl.
- Add wet ingredients: stir in nut butter and honey (or maple syrup) until fully coated.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Shape mixture into 1-inch balls and press firmly.
- Refrigerate on a parchment-lined baking tray for at least 30 minutes.
- Optionally, drizzle with melted dark chocolate before serving.
Notes
These energy balls hold well in the fridge for up to a week and can be frozen for up to three months. Customize with additional ingredients like dried fruits or chia seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg