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Chocolate Energy Balls 🍫
Soft, chewy chocolate energy balls that taste like dessert but are made with wholesome ingredients. A no-bake, kid-approved snack for toddlers and adults alike.
These Chocolate Energy Balls were created to satisfy little sweet cravings without relying on refined sugar. They’re made with oats, peanut butter, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and milk — blended into indulgent, chewy bites that everyone in the house loves.
Quick to make and easy to store, they’re perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or a healthier post-dinner treat.
Why You’ll Love These
- Kid-Approved: Soft, chewy, and perfectly sweet
- No-Bake & Easy: Ready in minutes, no oven needed
- Healthy Treat: Full of fiber, healthy fats, and natural sweetness
- Dessert-Like Snack: Feels indulgent but nourishing
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Perfect for fridge or freezer storage
Nutritional Benefits
- Oats: Provide fiber and slow-release energy
- Peanut butter: Adds protein and healthy fats for growth
- Cocoa powder: Rich in antioxidants with chocolate flavor
- Maple syrup: Natural sweetener with balanced sweetness
- Milk: Adds creaminess and calcium
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup oats (instant or rolled)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup peanut butter (or almond / sunflower seed butter)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp dairy or non-dairy milk
Directions
- Add oats, cocoa powder, peanut butter, maple syrup, and milk to a food processor. Blend until the mixture forms a thick, slightly sticky dough.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into bite-sized balls.
- Place on a plate or tray and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge for an easy grab-and-go snack.
