Peanut Butter Espresso Energy Balls (Print Version)
Creamy peanut butter and espresso combine with oats and chocolate in satisfying snack balls for quick energy.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 tablespoons ground espresso or instant espresso powder
03 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
04 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
05 - 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened natural creamy peanut butter
07 - 1/4 cup honey or pure maple syrup
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Steps to Follow:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, add oats, ground espresso, chia seeds, mini chocolate chips, and sea salt. Stir until evenly distributed.
02 - In a separate bowl, blend together peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until a smooth consistency forms.
03 - Pour the peanut butter mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly using a spoon or spatula until the contents are fully integrated.
04 - Utilize your hands or a small cookie scoop to portion and roll the mixture into uniform 1-inch balls.
05 - Transfer the formed balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
06 - Place tray in the refrigerator and chill for a minimum of 30 minutes to firm. Store energy balls in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick and easy no-bake snack
- Energizing from real espresso
- Uses pantry staples
- Naturally sweetened and protein-rich
02 -
- Naturally high in protein and healthy fats
- Gluten-free when using certified GF oats
- Keeps for a week in the refrigerator
03 -
- Toast your oats briefly in a skillet for a nutty flavor
- Wet your hands just a bit for smoother rolling and less sticking
- Do not forget the salt—it sharpens both peanut butter and chocolate notes