Easy Chewy Almond Butter Energy Balls with Chocolate Chips
A quick and no-bake snack recipe featuring chewy almond butter energy balls with melty chocolate chips, perfect for a healthy and satisfying treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 15-18 energy balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond butter (creamy preferred)
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ⅓ cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan alternative)
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (optional but recommended)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup almond butter, ⅓ cup honey, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and glossy, about 2 minutes.
- Add 1 cup rolled oats, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix thoroughly until oats are coated and mixture holds together, about 2-3 minutes. Adjust with extra oats or honey if too sticky or dry.
- Gently fold in ½ cup mini chocolate chips, being careful not to overmix.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to firm up.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll between palms to form balls. Repeat until all mixture is used, making about 15-18 balls.
- Place balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or silicone mat and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
If mixture is too crumbly, add a teaspoon of water or milk to help bind. Keep hands slightly damp when rolling to prevent sticking. Use creamy almond butter for softer texture. Chilling the mixture before rolling is highly recommended for easier shaping. For nut allergies, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter and flaxseed with pumpkin seeds. Protein powder or chia seeds can be added for extra protein but adjust wet ingredients to maintain texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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