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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Energy Balls Recipe

These no-bake Peanut Butter Powerballs are the perfect yummy treat.  Nourishing and energizing, they provide fuel for a busy person.  This recipe is dairy free and gluten free making it the perfect addition to your recipe collection for you or anyone in your circle of friends who has dietary restrictions.
Prep Time15 minutes
Chilling in Fridge30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan
Servings: 22 Energy Balls
Calories: 123kcal
Author: Christy Faber

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups rolled oats gluten-free
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 
  • ½ cup ground flaxseed 
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 
  • pinch of salt
  • ½ cup natural peanut butter   or any nut butter
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup 
  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips dairy-free if desired

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the oats, unsweetened shredded coconut, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, salt and cocoa powder. Mix well.
  • In a small saucepan, melt coconut oil on low heat until just melted.
  • To the large bowl, add the peanut butter, maple syrup and melted coconut oil. Stir together all ingredients.
  • Add in the mini chocolate chips and stir again.
  • Form dough into small balls approx 1 tablespoon to 1 ½ tablespoon in size.
  • Store in the fridge or freezer.
  • Makes about 20-22 small balls.

Notes

  • Make sure your peanut butter is well stirred for best results.
  • When rolling the energy balls, aim for bite-sized portions, typically around 1-2 tablespoons of mixture per ball. 
  • If you find the balls are not staying together very well and the mixture seems a tad too dry, try adding a bit more peanut butter.  If the mixture seems a bit too sticky, you can add another tablespoon of shredded coconut. 
  • I have a great tip if you're short on time!  You can pat the mixture into a brownie pan lined with parchment. Allow it to cool in the fridge until fully set and then cut into bars!  No need to spend the time rolling into balls.

Nutrition

Serving: 15.94053186g | Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.1g | Protein: 2.9g | Fat: 8.4g | Saturated Fat: 4.4g | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4.7g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 2mg