Trail Mix Energy Balls (No-Bake)
These no-bake energy balls taste like trail mix in ball form. Oats, peanut butter, honey, and mini chocolate chips rolled into bite-sized snacks. Make a batch on Sunday and you’ve got grab-and-go snacks for the entire week.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No baking required — mix, roll, and eat
- Perfect pre-workout or afternoon pick-me-up
- Keeps in the fridge for a full week
- Kids love making (and eating) these
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Trail Mix Energy Balls (No-Bake)
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or any nut butter)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds or peanuts
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- If the mixture feels too sticky, refrigerate for 10 minutes. If too dry, add a teaspoon of honey.
- Using your hands, roll into 1-inch balls (about 1 tablespoon each). You should get about 12 balls.
- Place on a parchment-lined plate or tray.
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Recipe Tips
- Wet your hands slightly before rolling to prevent sticking.
- Use natural peanut butter — the oils help bind everything together.
- Swap chocolate chips for coconut flakes or white chocolate for variety.
- Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw for 5 minutes before eating.
Calories: 120 | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Carbs: 15g (per ball)
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Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients used.
