These quick and easy energy balls are the perfect solution for on-the-go healthy snacking and are an excellent option to pair with your morning smoothie!
What are the benefits of Energy Balls?
These small compacted balls are full of nutrients, high in protein and have healthy carbs, fats and fibres. They also help support lean muscle mass and can give you a big energy boost! Not to mention they are so quick to make and require minimal ingredients. How are you getting your energy?
Ingredients
- Oats (1 cup)
- Shredded coconut (2/3 cup)
- Creamy peanut butter (1/2 cup)
- Flaxseed or psyllium husk (1/2 cup)
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips (1/2 cup)
- Honey, liquid (1/3 cup)
- Chia seeds or hemp hearts (1 tbsp)
- Vanilla extract (2 tsp)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, stir together all of the listed ingredients.
Next, using an ice cream scoop (if available), scoop equal size amounts of the mixture and form into balls. Place them on a parchment paper lined dish (one that can be placed in the freezer).
Wrap the container so that it is air-tight and place in the freezer overnight.
How long can you store these protein balls in the freezer?
If your protein balls are sealed properly, you should have no problem storing them frozen for a month (but they won’t last that long!).
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Oats
- 2/3 cup Shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup Flaxseed or psyllium husk
- 1/2 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup Honey, liquid
- 1 tbsp Chia seeds or hemp hearts
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, stir together all of the listed ingredients
- Using an ice cream scoop (if available), scoop equal size amounts of the mixture and form into balls. Place them on a parchment paper lined dish (one that can be placed in the freezer).
- Wrap the container so that it is air-tight and place in the freezer overnight.
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