This gluten free chocolate peanut butter no bake energy balls recipe requires simple ingredients. Easy to make and great as a snack or dessert.
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I first started making this quick and easy recipe when I was in college. Between spending my days in classes, labs, work and commuting everywhere, I had to keep my energy up and these bites did that for me. Now, I have a very active toddler and I still rely on this easy snack to keep up with him. All the ingredients come together in the most delicious little chewy bites that are packed with strong peanut butter and chocolate flavors, just like these Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies.
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Key ingredients
- Oats- Old fashioned yields the best results.
- Cocoa powder- The higher the quality, the better.
- Coconut- Use desiccated only.
- Flaxseed- Ground makes a smoother ball.
- Honey- Using local, raw is best.
- Peanut Butter- I like to use the creamy option.
- Pistachios- Be sure they are roughly chopped.
- Cinnamon powder- Adds a nice spicy flavor.
Variations
- Add protein powder- The peanut butter itself has protein, but you can always up the amount with some of your favorite protein powder like I did in these Fudgy Avacado Brownies.
- Try other add-ins- Like mini chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or sprinkles.
- Use different nut butters- Including sunflower butter, cashew butter, or almond butter.
- Add in other nuts- Such as peanuts, cashews, walnuts, or pecans.
- Different sweetener options- Instead of honey you can use agave nectar, liquid Stevia, or maple syrup.
- Dip them in melted chocolate- It can be milk, semisweet, or white chocolate.
- Drizzle on- Melted peanut butter or melted chocolate and even add some sprinkles to the top.
How to make chocolate peanut butter no bake energy bites from scratch?
- Mix together- All ingredients in a large bowl.
- Chill mixture- In fridge until firm.
- Scoop out- Portions to roll into balls.
Tips and techniques
- Chill the mixture- Because that makes it easier to handle the mixture and roll it into even-sized balls.
- If you like the sweet and salty flavor combination- Then I recommend using salted pistachios.
- Adjust the quantity of cocoa powder- To suit your preference.
- Make it Vegan- Use an alternate sweetener that's vegan-friendly.
- To be truly gluten free- You must make sure to use gluten free oats.
Recipe FAQs
Simply add a little more peanut butter, honey, or even a splash of milk.
If you have a nut allergy or aversion, you can omit them, but I recommend adding something in its place such as more coconut or mini chocolate chips.
Yes! You can use whatever nut butter works best for you including almond, sunflower, and cashew butters.
Storage
- Make ahead- These are easy to make a head of time and last up to 5 days in the fridge.
- Room temperature- Use a covered container to keep them in for up to 5 hours.
- Refrigerate- Place in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freeze- These will last up to 1 month in an airtight container in the freezer. Allow them to thaw in the fridge overnight.
More No Bake Recipes
- Rainbow Cereal Bars (No Bake)
- Date Bars or Squares (No Bake)
- Easy Homemade Granola Bars (No Bake)
- Chocolate Date Balls (No Bake)
- No Bake Breakfast Bars
Recipe
Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Energy Balls
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Oats Old fashioned
- ¼ cup Cocoa powder
- ⅔ cup Coconut Desiccated
- ½ cup Flaxseed Ground
- ⅓ cup Honey
- ½ cup Peanut butter Creamy
- ½ cup Pistachios Roughly chopped
- ⅛ teaspoon Cinnamon powder
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add all the ingredients and mix until you have a thick mixture.
- Chill this mixture for 30-40 minutes.
- Scoop out small portions and roll into little balls. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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Linda
Fat Free Milk? Can this be substituted for skim milk?
Cakewhiz
@Linda... I use fat free milk at home. So, that's what i used in these choco balls. But, you can use skim or even full fat milk if you like