Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, and ground flaxseed. Stir them together until thoroughly combined. If you're using any dry add-ins like chopped nuts or shredded coconut, you can stir them in here as well.1 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup protein powder, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, 1/4 cup chopped nuts, 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- To the bowl with the dry ingredients, add the natural peanut butter (or almond butter), honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract.1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter, 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Begin mixing the ingredients together. You can use a sturdy spoon or spatula for this. It might seem a bit dry at first, but keep mixing vigorously. As the nut butter and sweetener are incorporated, the mixture will start to come together.
- If you're adding dark chocolate chips or other moist add-ins, gently fold them in now until they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- If the mixture feels too sticky or difficult to roll, cover the bowl and refrigerate it for about 15-30 minutes. This will firm up the nut butter and make it easier to handle.
- Once the mixture is well combined and manageable, scoop out about one tablespoon of the mixture at a time. Roll the mixture between your palms to form small, compact balls, about 1-inch in diameter.
- Place the rolled energy balls onto a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You can enjoy them immediately, or for a firmer texture, place them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Freeze for up to three months.