Healthy No-Bake Peanut Butter Bliss Balls are easy energy bites made with oats, peanut butter, and dark chocolate chips.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats or quick oats
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, peanut butter, dark chocolate chips, maple syrup, vanilla extract, sea salt, and protein powder if using.
- Stir thoroughly with a wooden spoon until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper.
- Scoop small portions of the mixture and roll into balls approximately 1 to 2 inches in diameter.
- Place the Healthy No-Bake Peanut Butter Bliss Balls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until firm.
- Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use quick oats for a softer texture.
- Rolled oats provide a heartier bite.
- Mini chocolate chips distribute more evenly throughout the mixture.
- These bliss balls pair well with coffee, tea, smoothies, or fresh fruit.
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter.