Energy Balls
These no-bake easy Energy Balls are filled with oats, honey, flaxseed, peanut butter, and a few chocolate chips. We make these healthy energy bites at least once a week!
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ENERGY BALLS
Energy balls? I have five kids and I feel like my goal in life every single day is to get all of their energy out. Swimming, park, school, fishing, basketball – these are literally our everyday activities.
So why would I try to give them more energy? When I had my third son people always would comment, “Oh, just wait until they’re teenagers. Your grocery bill is going to be insane.”
My mom used to make these peanut butter balls growing up.
Is it possible that they’ve hit their growth spurt early? I feel like they are eating ALL day long.
Which is why I started making these as a snack because they’re filling little bite-sized snacks to hold them over. I have the recipe memorized because I make them so often.
These Energy Balls are filled with oats, honey, flaxseed, peanut butter, and a few choc
olate chips. I don’t dare call these healthy because the hate mail will start coming. I’ve learned that the hard way.
But in my opinion a little chocolate never hurt anyone. Did you see the video I made of these above? Okay, a few M&Ms aren’t too harmful either…oops. You can definitely use raisins or dried cranberries as well.
You can definitely use natural peanut butter but you may have to add more oats depending on how runny your peanut butter is. My kids love them with creamy peanut butter but I enjoy them with crunchy peanut butter.
WHY ARE ENERGY BALLS GOOD FOR YOU?
- They are loaded with healthy fats, fiber, and protein which makes them great for a quick snack.
- Flaxseed is very high in Omega-3 and fiber.
DO ENERGY BALLS NEED TO BE REFRIGERATED?
Energy balls should be chilled to firm them up but are fine at room temperature as well.
The great thing about these is that you can really make them your own to suit what you like. Here are some more ideas for healthy snacks.
HOW LONG CAN YOU KEEP ENERGY BALLS?
Energy Balls will keep in the fridge up to a week and in the freezer for up to 3 months.
OTHER HEALTHY RECIPES:
- Monster Protein Balls
- 4-Ingredient Banana Peanut Butter Cookies
- Healthy Peanut Butter Balls
- Marinated Caprese Salad
- Healthy Oatmeal Pancakes
- Avocado Cucumber Salad
- Healthy Spinach Lasagna Roll-Ups
- Egg Roll in a Bowl
- Healthy Vegetable Chicken Soup
Energy Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, (you can also use mini chocolate chips, raisins, dried cranberrries)
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl and mix together well. Form into balls. If the mixture is too sticky, chill in the fridge for easier handling. Enjoy!
Video
Notes
Ground flaxseed can be found in the spice aisle or health food aisle of your grocery store. I buy a big can of it.
You can also add chia seeds (about a tablespoon) if you have them.
You can use chocolate chips (mini or regular) or even mini-m&ms for a fun treat!
I’m unable to open the nutrition info posted at end of recipe..am.mostly interested in fiber, protein & total calories. Could u repost,please? Thank you! Dianne
I’m so sorry. Can you see it now?
Perfect I put pomegranate seeds in mine. Â
Yum!
I just made these little snacks for my grandbabies & they loved them! I used 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips and 1/4 cup dried cranberries to avoid some of the chocolate. Even I love them for a quick pick me up. Thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome!
What is the nutritional info? All I see is 0 grams of unsaturated fat. Thanks!
How can I find the calorie count and nutritional information on these energy balls?
It’s at the bottom of the recipe card.
I have made this recipe numerous times for my family over the years changing it up with varying ingredients for the individual children’s tastes.Â
For example, dried cherries, cranberries, blueberries, blackberries, dark chocolate, dried zucchini, almond extract and dried lemon or orange zest.Â
I make few different batches, freeze a few and my kids are set for weeks on end with a wide variety!
Yay! I’m glad you liked it!
I just made my first batch these, in the fridge now. Can’t wait to chew on some of em!
Yay!!
These look really yummy but I don’t have flaxseed and have never eaten it. Will they be ok without them? What does flaxseed taste like, anyway?
Thanks!
Yes, it just adds more health benefits.
Made 2 double batches to bring to school with me. I substituted cashew butter, since I have a peanut allergy, and I assume they ended up much the same as the original recipe. I also like to add cinnamon. My family loves them!
Do you have to add flax-seed?
Nope! Although it helps counter the wetness so it might be too wet if you leave it out.
Can’t believe they are so easy and so quite to make. I am trying it today itself. Just simply love it. Do you roast the oats or they are used just like that. I might as well use dates in it.
Just use the oats raw!
I made mine using steel cut oats and the mini chips. I can’t keep the kids out of them. Wow they are good. Thank you for sharing.
I’ve made similar energy balls for my son who is a swimmer. I add hemp heart which is a good source of protein and Omega 3 as well as whey protein powder. They are easy quick bites packed with lots of protein and quick energy at a swim meet.
I love them!
i love these and so easy to make but can you tell me how many calories are in each?
I’ve made something similar to these. I’m going to try this recipe. It looks so good and healthy.
We love them!
I tried these to have before my workouts and they are awesome! Instead of flaxseed I entirely used chia seeds and put in some dried cranberries with the chocolate. Also definitely recommend chilling it a bit before forming balls, was very sticky but delicious!
Mmm! I bet those were great!
I see they are 121 calories, is that each or how many per serving?
Never mind. I just re read the recipe and saw it makes 24. So 121 per ball…
I think that’s high in calories for 1 ball don’t you Jennifer?
Usually energy means calories!
hey girl- these look so yummy! My sister has 3 boys ( 13, 11, and 7) and I’m sure they are eating her out of house and home! ha ha
Oh man. For sure. I bet they are.
I make this exact recipe fairly regularly and always have people ask me for the recipe when I bring them to the school for events or to family gatherings, etc. We always store them in the freezer and my daughters eat them right from the freezer; they’re too messy otherwise!
I love them too!
These look so yummy! I need to try your recipe soon, we haven’t made these in ages!
Paige
http://thehappyflamily.com
I was wondering about storage, etc. because I was thinking about sending some in a care package to a Navy guy. I’m guessing the weather might be warm there where his ship is. God bless our troops. You can get a “large” box at the post office and mail it to any service member anywhere for about $18. Check with the USPS for details.
So sweet of you JS!
I’v stored them at room temp but I’m not sure how well they would travel if they got warm.
How should these be stored and how long?
I usually store mine in the fridge for 7 days or even freeze them for a month. They do not need to be stored in the fridge but makes them last longer.
Hi Christy, would these by suitable for mailing or for backpacking, do they need refrigerating? Would love to make for backpacking trips.
They definitely don’t need to be stored in the fridge and would be great for backpacking.
I’ve made ones similar to these ones before and they’re so good! Can’t wait to make this version!