No-Bake 5 Ingredient Energy Balls
Simple, chewy No-Bake 5 Ingredient Energy Balls made with oats, nut butter, almond flour, maple syrup, and chocolate chips — a quick and wholesome snack ready in minutes.
12 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup 4 oz rolled oats
- 3/4 cup 7 oz creamy peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/2 cup 2.4 oz almond flour or ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons 1 oz maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 cup small mix-ins such as mini chocolate chips, dried fruit, or sprinkles (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
Combine the Ingredients
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, nut butter, almond flour or ground flaxseed, maple syrup or honey, any mix-ins of choice, and kosher salt. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to blend the ingredients thoroughly. If the mixture becomes too stiff to stir, switch to clean hands to knead until evenly combined.
Form the Energy Balls
- Using a small spoon or cookie scoop, portion the dough into approximately 12 equal pieces. Roll each portion between your palms to form smooth, compact balls roughly the size of a ping-pong ball. Arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or place them directly in a flat, lidded storage container.
Chill to Set
- Refrigerate the rolled energy balls for about 1 hour to firm. Once set, transfer them to an airtight container for long-term storage.
Storage Recommendations
- These energy balls can be kept refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. For extended storage, freeze them until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. They will keep in the freezer for up to 2 months. Serve frozen or allow to thaw in the refrigerator before eating.
Notes
To make these No-Bake 5 Ingredient Energy Balls gluten-free, use certified gluten-free rolled oats and ensure all mix-ins (such as chocolate chips or dried fruits) are produced in gluten-free facilities to avoid cross-contamination. All other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.