My Favorite 5 Ingredient Energy Balls

I have a sweet tooth, which can be hard to curb at times. That’s why I have recently fallen in love with energy balls. I still get to satisfy my sweet tooth, but I don’t have to feel guilty after. If you’re thinking to yourself what are energy balls you are not alone. I didn’t know what they were until maybe 6 months ago.

Energy balls are a no-bake healthy protein and fiber packed snack that is usually incredibly easy to make. All you need are basic kitchen tools and occasionally a food processor – but this recipe doesn’t call for that.

Rather than regularly “treating myself”, I decided to save money and learn how to make energy balls on my own. This recipe only calls for 5 ingredients so whether you could enter Iron Chef or you’re a kitchen novice you can easily make these peanut butter and chocolate chip energy balls that would make a great mid-day snack or a healthy dessert.

HOW TO MAKE:

PEANUT BUTTER & CHOCOLATE CHIP ENERGY BALLS

2/3 cup peanut butter (I prefer creamy)

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 cup old fashioned oats

1/2 cup ground flax seeds

2 tablespoons honey (I prefer to use agave)

STEPS:

1. Combine the 5 ingredients into a bowl. Stir to combine (a rubber spatula is the easiest to use)
2. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes so it is easier to roll
3. Roll into bites and store in the fridge for up to one week

Original recipe found here

Have you tried energy balls before? Is this a recipe that you would make? Let me know in the comments section below!