I am an incorrigible snacker and making healthy snack recipes has been really key in keeping me on track on my journey toward better health. These high protein energy balls are my favorite go-to snack. I put them together in under 10 minutes at the start of each week and just one keeps me full and satisfied until it’s time for the next meal. These are super customizable: I don’t think I ever make this energy ball recipe exactly the same way twice, and I’ll have suggestions on how you can tweak them to your tastes. But the combination of ingredients I am sharing today is by far my most favorite. The flavor and texture of the nutty peanut butter and crunchy chia seeds combined with the hint of chocolate is simply incredible. You can also size them as you like. I shape these into rather hefty bites, for 20 energy balls in all, but you can make 24 or even 30 smaller balls.
Why you’ll love this recipe
They make a delicious and filling snack any time you are hungry, and you can eat them with no guilt. The peanut butter and almond flour are simply delicious with the chocolate and chia seeds. They are so good for you, way better than any “healthy” storebought snack. There are just 126 calories, 6 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber in each serving. For those watching their carbs, these vegan energy balls are keto- or low-carb-friendly with 4 grams of net carbs in each serving. You can make them in 10 minutes in one bowl, no cooking skills required. These are no bake energy balls. Be sure to watch the video below to see just how easy it is to make these. You can take them with you. These are so easy to transport and pop into your mouth anytime you have a hunger pang, at work or on the road. These no bake energy bites are the perfect aid to a healthy weight loss journey. With lots of good plant-based protein and fiber, these peanut butter energy balls are a great way to keep you in sight of your goals.
How to make vegan energy balls
Place all ingredients in a bowl. Mix with a spatula, ensuring that the peanut butter and coconut oil are evenly dispersed. Use your hands to mix, if necessary. When you pick a bite sized portion and press it within your fist it should clump together. Form 24 evenly sized balls.
Variations
Use almond butter or a mixed nut butter instead of peanut butter. Use nuts instead of chocolate chips to add even more healthy protein to the recipe. Or use dried fruit like raisins or cranberries (this will increase carbs). Add a couple of tablespoons of ground flax seeds (flax meal) to the recipe. I wanted to keep this recipe grain-free but if you like oatmeal in energy balls add a cup of finely ground old-fashioned oats instead of almond flour to the recipe. Use chocolate protein powder to add more chocolate flavor.
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