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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Suzie
Oh, these look like a perfect holiday creation! I wish I had the ingredients to make them right now. You know I have to do a test run
Bibi
Sounds delicious. All my favorite ingredients in one treat. I love cranberries
RavieNomNoms
YUM YUM and more YUM!! What a perfect recipe!
Mich
Oh yummy, looks delicious, I could pop a few into my mouth right away!
Paula
I like these treats, the cranberries should cut through the sweet in the best way. They are gorgeous and so easy! Great you joined the party!
createengwp
I can give these away for the holidays.
Carrie
These look fabulous! Great addition to the Chocolate Party!
Patty
I like the idea of a cranberry explosion!!! Great addition to the chocolate party
Wendy Irene
Those look like such a yummy snack! I feel like my kids would devour them with the chocolate in the middle. Thank you for the great idea
kale
this is an excellent and thoughtful recipe. especially for whenever you're asked to bring a dessert to any kind of event - these would be perfect!
Liz
Oh, these look outstanding! I do like cranberries, but in cookies, they have to be the dried ones. So I know I'd love your yummy cranberry filled balls...in fact, I'd go back for seconds and thirds...and...
CCU
Mmmm I am a fan of cranberries so this ball dessert has my name all over it
Marta
I don't know if I should thank you or Roxana for this one
Balvinder
Hi there! I tried these yummy balls with honey . They were delicious. My daughter asked me to use use nutella in place of peanut butter. What do you suggest?
Magic
Wow, these look fantastic! I just love this flavor combination
Eftychia
Yummy!! What a lovely bite!!