Description
Delicious and nutritious Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, natural peanut butter, and cocoa powder. These no-bake snacks are perfect for a quick energy boost, packed with protein and fiber, and completely dairy-free and vegan-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup dairy-free mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, ground flaxseed, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the natural peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until the ingredients are fully combined and form a sticky dough that holds together.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the dairy-free mini chocolate chips to evenly distribute them throughout the mixture.
- Form Balls: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined plate or tray to prevent sticking.
- Chill: Refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape.
- Store: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter or sunflower seed butter to vary the flavor.
- Consider adding chia seeds, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts for extra texture and nutritional benefits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
