Description
These Chocolate Snack Balls are delicious, no-bake energy bites made with rolled oats, nut butter, honey, cocoa powder, and mini chocolate chips. They offer a perfect balance of sweetness and chocolate flavor while being easy to prepare and ideal for a quick snack or healthy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir the ingredients together until the mixture is well combined and sticky.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Shape the Balls: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch balls. Place each formed ball on a parchment-lined tray to prevent sticking.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the tray for at least 30 minutes to allow the snack balls to firm up and hold their shape.
- Storage: Store the snack balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze them for longer storage.
Notes
- For extra texture and nutrition, consider adding shredded coconut, chia seeds, or flaxseeds to the mixture.
- You can freeze these snack balls for up to 3 months; thaw before eating.
