Description
These chewy vegan energy balls combine nutty oats, crunchy seeds, and smooth peanut butter, sweetened with maple syrup. No baking required—just mix, roll, chill, and enjoy a protein-packed snack anytime.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/4 cup plant-based protein powder
- 1/4 cup almonds
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Place rolled oats and almonds in a food processor and pulse until finely ground.
- Transfer the ground mixture to a bowl and stir in ground flaxseed, chia seeds, protein powder, and salt.
- Add peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Use a spoon or cookie scoop to portion out the mixture and roll into bite-sized balls.
- Arrange the balls on a plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Once firm, transfer the energy balls to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- You can swap almonds for any other nuts or seeds, such as walnuts or sunflower seeds.
- If the mixture is too dry, add more maple syrup or a splash of plant-based milk to reach desired consistency.
- For a chocolate variation, stir in a tablespoon of cocoa powder or dairy-free chocolate chips.
- These energy balls can be frozen for up to 3 months for long-term storage.