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Home » Recipes » Snacks » Peanut Butter Energy Balls

Peanut Butter Energy Balls

Published: Aug 3, 2018 · Updated: Jan 25, 2021 by Natalie · This post may contain affiliate links · 34 Comments

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Nutty and sweet, No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls are the simple snack that is both satisfying and good for your health. These energy bites are made with ALL NATURAL real ingredients, loaded with powerful superfoods and nutrients. Refined and ADDED SUGAR-FREE, these bites are perfect kids lunchbox snack or energizing post-workout meal.

No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

I would really want to know, who in the world doesn't love peanut butter? I mean, seriously. Ok, except those who have a severe peanut allergy... but common people. Peanut butter is super tasty. It has this perfect, nutty sticky texture that is just sooo YUM. + It's such a HEALTHY and versatile spread that pairs so well with chocolate and the fruity jellies. OMG!

Ok ok, I'll be the first to admit. I wasn't always such a huge fan of peanut butter. That was mainly because I didn't try THE REAL deal peanut butter before. I got peanut butter from the store and it was loaded with sugar and it was so greasy.

I fell in love with peanut butter when I made my first homemade thing - from REAL peanuts. No added ANYTHING. It turned out creamy, super nutty and just delicious. I was instantly hooked. I think it's purely possible that now I'm a biggest peanut butter lover in town. No, I tell you... I'm no joking.

No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

I put peanut butter in everything now. In my morning smoothies - like this Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie. I'm making no-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars. I use it as a spread on my Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Roll-Ups. Peanut butter is a staple in my house. I even got my husband and my kiddo to adore this deliciousness with me.

Since lately I'm not in the mood for turning on the oven, and we all love sweet treats in the house, especially ones that include peanut butter - I'm making a bunch of these Peanut Butter Energy Balls for my family. They are super easy to make and super yummy snack that is both satisfying and SO good for our health. + it's energizing and kills the sugar cravings like SUPER fast. Win!

No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

Peanut Butter Energy Balls are nutty, sweet, and beyond words tasty. Sweet treat in the true meaning of the word. But also these little bites are very filling and nutritious, packed with so many good stuff – dietary fibers good for our digestion, ALL NATURAL plant-based proteins and energizing healthy fats. YES!

Peanut butter is a great source of unsaturated – healthy fats and fibers but also proteins + an excellent source of a whole range of vitamins and minerals - like vitamin A and E, folate, calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, potassium, and many other amazing nutrients. It’s OMG, overwhelming how healthy peanut butter is!

And although is high in fat and calories the good news is, you get a lot of nutrition from having these calories so don't feel bad for having a one too many of these Peanut Butter Energy Balls. These beauties are calorie dense, nutrient-packed little wonders.

No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

To give these Peanut Butter Energy Balls even more power, I added some MORE superfoods – flax seeds, that are loaded with anti-inflammatory omega-3 and fibers. + Flax seeds are also the good source of plant-based proteins.

Balls are naturally sweetened with dates and super low-calorie so feel free to indulge yourself with more than one. Dates have this beautiful caramel flavor that paired so well with nutty peanut butter. I tell you... these little sweet treats are omnomnom delicious!

No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

Peanut Butter Energy Balls are …

  • no-bake and made with only 6 ingredients,
  • full of high-quality dietary fibers that promote good digestion, weight loss, and a healthy digestive system,
  • rich in plant-based proteins,
  • rich in healthy omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamin A,
  • ADDED AND REFINED SUGAR-FREE,
  • enriched with superfoods – FLAX SEEDS,
  • gluten-free and vegan,
  • low in calories, kid-friendly and very nutritious,
  • an excellent post-workout snack.

The great thing about this Peanut Butter Energy Balls recipe is that it's super easy to make. You only need like 10 minutes and one bowl. Yup, this recipe is NO-BAKE. All you need is a food processor.

These amazing little energy bomblets are truly a delish treat. Give them a go. I know you'll get hooked on its amazing nutty taste and its soft texture.

Enjoy!

No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls
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4.86 from 34 votes

Peanut Butter Energy Balls

A protein-packed snack, No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls are easy to make, ALL NATURAL healthy treat. Refined and ADDED SUGAR-FREE, these bites are perfect kids lunchbox snack or energizing post-workout meal. Vegan. Gluten-free.
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American, International
Keyword energy balls, energy bites, oatmeal, peanut butter
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 22 balls
Calories 99kcal
Author Natalie

Ingredients

  • 12 Medjool dates pitted and soaked in hot water
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats *
  • 1/2 cup almonds
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter natural creamy without added sugars or oils
  • 3 tablespoon flax seeds ground
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  • Remove the pits from dates and soak them in hot water for several minutes. Drain but keep some water.
  • Place Medjool dates, rolled oats and almonds in a high-speed food processor and process on high for about a minute.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and process for another 1 to 2 minutes until your dough is formed.
  • Check texture by pinching the dough between your fingers. It should be sticky and able to keep its shape. If the mixture is too dry, add more water in which you have soaked the dates.
  • Using a tablespoon, scoop out dough and roll between your palms to form your balls. Sprinkle with some sea salt.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until serving. Keep the energy balls frozen up to 3 months in the freezer. As a measure, I used a US cup (240ml).
* For GLUTEN-FREE version, use certified gluten-free oats. 

Nutrition

Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Check these peanut butter recipes too:

  • Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie
  • Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Parfait
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding
  • Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bars

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Natalie is health & wellness coach, with expertise in weight-loss, weight management, digestive health, mental wellbeing. She's passionate about helping others to live healthier and fulfilled lives. Natalie hopes to empower people to take charge of their well-being. She actively coach and writes about healthy lifestyle. Her articles have been featured in Shape, Men’s Fitness, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine and more.

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  1. Zamorda Keyani says

    August 23, 2020 at 6:04 pm

    Hi could a type 2 diabetes person have these?
    Regards.

    Reply
    • Natalie says

      August 24, 2020 at 7:04 pm

      Yes. BUT you should be mindful on how many balls you have at once, because of the DATES (sweetener). Eating dates in moderation is ok and unlikely to raise your blood sugar excessively. Just don't overdo it :) 2-3 balls daily should be ok.

  2. Gino Pelli says

    March 30, 2020 at 9:30 am

    Hi Natalie,
    You mentioned the Calories are 99, is that per energy ball?

    They look good, looking forward making them.

    Reply
    • Natalie says

      March 30, 2020 at 1:58 pm

      Yes, per ball.

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