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Easy Chewy Peanut Butter Energy Balls Recipe with Dark Chocolate Chips for Quick Healthy Snacks

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These easy chewy peanut butter energy balls with dark chocolate chips are a quick, wholesome snack perfect for any occasion. They combine creamy peanut butter, oats, and bittersweet chocolate for a satisfying and nutritious treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (135g) rolled oats (old-fashioned preferred)
  • 3/4 cup (190g) natural peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
  • 1/4 cup (85g) honey or maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup (60g) dark chocolate chips (at least 70% cacao)
  • 2 tbsp (14g) ground flaxseed
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Measure your ingredients: Gather 1 1/2 cups (135g) rolled oats, 3/4 cup (190g) natural peanut butter, 1/4 cup (85g) honey or maple syrup, 1/3 cup (60g) dark chocolate chips, 2 tbsp (14g) ground flaxseed, 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Pulse oats (optional): Place the oats in a food processor and pulse 5-6 times until they reach a coarse flour texture. This step makes the balls chewier and less grainy but isn’t mandatory.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the oats (ground or whole), ground flaxseed, salt, and dark chocolate chips. Stir them together to distribute evenly.
  4. Add wet ingredients: Pour in the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Use a sturdy spatula or wooden spoon to mix everything thoroughly until it forms one cohesive mixture. If too dry, add a teaspoon of water or more honey; if too wet, sprinkle in a bit more oats.
  5. Shape into balls: Scoop about a tablespoon (15g) of the mixture and roll it between your palms into a ball about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. Place each ball on a parchment-lined tray.
  6. Chill and set: Refrigerate the tray for at least 30 minutes to firm up the energy balls so they hold their shape and become perfectly chewy.
  7. Enjoy or store: After chilling, enjoy immediately or store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

If peanut butter is runny, refrigerate briefly before mixing to get firmer balls. Chilling is essential for chewiness and to prevent chocolate chips from melting. You can pulse oats for a smoother texture but it’s optional. Adjust sweetness by tasting before shaping. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 7 days or freeze up to 3 months.

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