Peanut Butter Energy Balls
Energy balls al burro di arachidi
Sweet
Energy balls with oats, peanut butter, honey and chocolate: no-bake, ready in 15 minutes, perfect as a snack.
Energy balls are one of the health food phenomena of the last 10 years, born in the American and Australian fitness culture and quickly spreading worldwide. They're essentially a homemade, no-bake energy bar made in 15 minutes. The main ingredient is peanut butter, very popular in North America and now readily available in all Italian supermarkets. With oat flakes and honey, it creates compact and satisfying balls. They're the perfect pre-workout snack, afternoon snack healthy, guilt-free treat.
Instructions
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Mix all the ingredients
In a bowl, mix the oats, peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and salt until well combined. Add the chocolate chips. If the mixture it's too soft, put it in the fridge for 15 minutes.
Shape the balls
With lightly greased hands, take portions of about 25g (0.88 oz) and form them into compact balls. Roll them in shredded coconut if you prefer the coconut version.
Store in the refrigerator
Arrange the energy balls on a tray lined with parchment paperRefrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. They will keep in the refrigerator for 1 week or in the freezer for 1 month.
Chef's Tips
Natural peanut butter (peanuts only) is better than the one with added sugar. If the mixture If it's too soft, add more oats or refrigerate. They freeze very well: keep them in the freezer and take them out 10 minutes early.
Ingredients
- (7.05 oz) 200 g of rolled oats
- (5.29 oz) 150 g natural peanut butter
- (2.12 oz) 60 g honey
- (2.82 oz) 80 g dark chocolate chips
- (1 tsp) 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- (1.06 oz) 30 g grated coconut (for rolling)
- Chia or flax seeds
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