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    Home » Recipes » Snacks

    Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls

    Published: Jan 25, 2022 · Modified: Jan 25, 2022 by Ang Paris · 12 Comments
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    Amazingly delicious little bites of oats, peanut butter, toasted, coconut, chocolate chips and loads of other healthy ingredients. Your family will love these No Bake Energy Bites!
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    Need a boost of energy? Make these delicious oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip energy balls. They are full of wholesome ingredients and make a yummy afternoon snack. via @jugglingactmama

    Our easy-to-make Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Balls are the perfect on-the-go snack that helps boost your energy and kick cravings to the curb! (You might also like these Cinnamon Energy Balls).

    Close up image of a hand holding an oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip ball.
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    • 🧂 Ingredients
    • 🔪Instructions
    • Equipment
    • 💭 Frequently Asked Questions
    • 📖 Variations
    • ⏲️ Storage
    • 😋 Similar Recipes
    • 📋 Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls
    • Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Balls
    • 💬 Comments

    These super tasty peanut butter energy balls are great in between meals, but they're even good as a quick breakfast. I'm forever rushing the kids out the door for school and not having enough time to grab something for myself.  These little babies keep hunger at bay and keep me from getting "hangry" in the car drop off line. 

    I love that I can put together an easy snack that I can feel good about. No bake energy balls just easy and yummy, and those are two of my top criteria for any good recipe!

    These are packed full of healthy ingredients, I've been putting more healthy ingredients like wheat germ , ground flax seeds, and chia seeds into my Pumpkin Bread and Chocolate Chip Coconut Banana Bread lately. The kids don't mind it, and I know they're getting a little something extra healthy.

    A red mixing bowl sits on a wooden table. The bowl is full of dry ingredients for making No Bake Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Energy Bites, including toasted coconut, rolled oats, slivered almonds, chia seeds, mini chocolate chips, and chopped pecans.

    🧂 Ingredients

    Need a delicious healthy snack idea? Try these Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Balls!

    • Rolled Oats
    • Chia Seeds
    • ground flax seed or wheat germ
    • Ground Cinnamon
    • Toasted Coconut
    • Pecans
    • Almonds
    • Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
    • Creamy Peanut Butter
    • Honey
    • Vanilla Extract

    This is meant to be a brief overview of the Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls recipe. For step-by-step instructions and a full printable recipe card with ingredients, please scroll down to the teal box below or Jump to Recipe.

    🔪Instructions

    1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients and mix to combine.
    2. Add in the peanut or almond butter, honey and vanilla extract.
    3. Using a rubber spatula, mix everything together until sticky.
    4. Refrigerate 1 hour.
    5. Roll into 1-inch balls.
    6. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
    Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls piled on a table next to a white bowl filled with them.

    Equipment

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    • Large Mixing Bowl
    • Parchment Paper
    • Liquid Measuring Cup
    • Dry Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Spatula
    • Cookie Scoop
    • Airtight Container for Storing

    💭 Frequently Asked Questions

    Here are some questions (and answers!) readers often ask about this Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls recipe.

    Are energy balls actually healthy?

    Yes. They are a healthy alternative to store-bought snacks! Energy balls contain good fats, lots of fiber, and protein.

    Can you eat raw oats in energy balls?

    Yes.

    Can you freeze oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip balls?

    Yes! Just make sure they are in an airtight container.

    How many protein balls should you eat?

    1 to 2.

    Is peanut butter a good source of protein?

    It is! Not only is it delicious, but it's also packed with protein and heart-healthy fat.

    What can you substitute for peanut butter?

    Almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter are good alternatives.

    📖 Variations

    • Mix it up a little by swapping half of the chocolate out.  Use ¼ cup of the semi-sweet chocolate chips and a ¼ cup of another flavored chips such as toffee, cinnamon, or white chocolate.
    • If you're not a fan of honey, try using agave nectar to sweeten these energy bites instead.
    • Use almond butter, cashew butter or sunflower seed butter instead of the peanut butter.
    • Swap out the pecans and almond for other nuts such as walnuts or cashews.
    A white bowl filled with Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls sitting on a wooden surface. Pecans and toasted coconut is sprinkled around.

    ⏲️ Storage

    These will last in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks.

    Better yet, these no bake energy bites can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months! I like to make a great big batch and freeze them. I take out what I need for lunchboxes the night before.

    😋 Similar Recipes

    • Carrot Cookies
    • Chocolate Coconut Energy Balls
    • Blueberry Banana Breakfast Cookie
    • Cinnamon Energy Balls
    • Healthy Homemade Granola Bars
    • Blueberry Granola Bars
    • Chocolate Pretzel Granola Bars - Peanut Free
    • Pecan Granola Bars

    📋 Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls

    Not ready to make these oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip balls yet? Don’t forget to pin this recipe for later! When you do make it, please be sure to tag me on Instagram @jugglingactmama or #jugglingactmama – I’d love to see your pictures! And finally, if you get a chance, please comment and leave me a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below!

    Close up image of a hand holding an oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip balls.

    Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Balls

    Amazingly delicious little bites of oats, peanut butter, toasted, coconut, chocolate chips and loads of other healthy ingredients. Your family will love these No Bake Energy Bites!
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: no bake energy balls, oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip balls
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 217kcal
    Author: Ang Paris

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    Equipment

    • Large Mixing Bowl
    • Liquid Measuring Cup
    • Dry Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Spatula
    • Cookie Scoop
    • Parchment Paper
    • Airtight Container for Storing

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups oats
    • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
    • 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds or wheat germ
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ⅔ cup toasted coconut
    • ¼ cup pecans chopped
    • ¼ cup almonds chopped
    • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
    • Heaping ½ cup peanut butter
    • ½ cup honey
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • pinch of salt

    Instructions

    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients and mix to combine.
    • Add in the peanut or almond butter, honey and vanilla extract. Using a rubber spatula, mix everything together until sticky.
    • Refrigerate 1 hour.
    • Roll into 1-inch balls. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

    Notes

    Prep time does not include the time for the energy bites to chill.
    Variations for Energy Bites:
    • Mix it up a little by swapping half of the chocolate out. Use ¼ cup of the semi-sweet chocolate chips and a ¼ cup of another flavored chips such as toffee, cinnamon, or white chocolate.
    • If you're not a fan of honey, try using agave nectar to sweeten these energy bites instead.
    • Use almond butter, cashew butter or sunflower seed butter instead of the peanut butter.
    • Swap out the pecans and almond for other nuts such as walnuts or cashews.
    ⏲️ Storage
    These will last in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks.
    Better yet, these no bake energy bites can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months! I like to make a great big batch and freeze them. I take out what I need for lunchboxes the night before.

    For best results, be sure to check our Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help your delicious recipe come out perfectly.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
    Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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    Comments

    1. brenda says

      March 14, 2017 at 12:29 pm

      5 stars
      These look delicious! Thanks for the recipe, and giveaway, too!

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        March 14, 2017 at 12:40 pm

        You're welcome, and good luck!

        Reply
    2. sarah Charles says

      March 14, 2017 at 12:37 pm

      5 stars
      I think I'll make these with dried cranberries instead of the chocolate chips.

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        March 14, 2017 at 12:40 pm

        That's a great idea! Any dried fruit would be good!

        Reply
    3. Kimberly says

      March 14, 2017 at 1:04 pm

      5 stars
      Hope to win! My family would love this. Aaron, my 16 year old is a health nut! The Easter Bunny could put it in his Easter basket 🙂 By the way, I know I've told you this before, but you're photos always look AMAZING!!!

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        March 14, 2017 at 5:24 pm

        Thanks so much for your sweet note!

        Reply
    4. KC Coake says

      March 22, 2017 at 11:47 am

      5 stars
      Yum! These look great!

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        March 25, 2017 at 9:06 am

        Thank you! I have been making them weekly!

        Reply
    5. Sue Delmoth says

      April 03, 2017 at 5:07 pm

      5 stars
      I want to make these for my kids!

      Reply
    6. Melanie White says

      April 04, 2017 at 7:18 pm

      5 stars
      WOW! I am a runner, teacher, and mom and these sound and look perfect for all of those!! I can't wait to try these out! I am going to make some for my marathon relay team coming up to keep us energized!

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        April 05, 2017 at 10:00 am

        You'll love these! Thanks so much for stopping by 🙂

        Reply
    7. Daphne says

      April 17, 2017 at 2:48 pm

      5 stars
      I love this recipe!!

      Reply

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