No Bake Energy Balls

I have seen these energy balls on Pinterest and Facebook and all over the place. My sister also made a version for our family vacation this summer. I FINALLY got around to making them, and let me tell you–I am now addicted!

They are a great post workout snack or quick breakfast and super easy to make.

I believe these are originally from thewhoot.com/au, where you can find some variations.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup old fashioned oats (uncooked, not quick cooking)
• 2/3 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup ground flaxseed (also called flaxmeal)
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 Tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl. Refrigerate for about half an hour.
2. Roll them into balls about 1″ in diameter. If  it’s not quite sticking together, you can add more honey and/or peanut butter.
3. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

The Verdict: DH and I have eaten three batches in the past couple of weeks, I think I’ve found my new snack staple!