No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls Gluten Free
These gluten-free no bake energy balls are the perfect protein-packed snack made with peanut butter, oats, flaxseed, and natural sweetener. Ready in 10 minutes with no oven required!
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- mixing spoon
- measuring cups and spoons
- fridge
- airtight storage container
Ingredients
- 1 cup certified gluten free rolled oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (no added sugar or oils)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, flaxseed, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Stir until the mixture is well combined. If adding chocolate chips, fold them in at the end.
- If mixture is too sticky, chill in the fridge for 10 minutes. If too dry, add a little more peanut butter.
- Using clean hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
For a nut free version, use sunflower seed butter. To make them vegan, swap honey for maple syrup and use dairy-free chocolate chips. Add ins like chopped almonds, coconut flakes, or cinnamon offer variety. Chill mixture if sticky or add extra peanut butter if dry.
Nutrition
Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 45mgPotassium: 115mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.7mg
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