No Bake Peanut Butter Power Balls are simple to make, requiring just 6 basic pantry ingredients. Perfect for a grab and go breakfast or quick snack. No food processor needed.
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Pop Quiz: what is:
- high in protein
- made from 6 ingredients
- a no-bake recipe that's ready in just 10 minutes
- Dessert worthy, yet breakfast appropriate
Answer: No Bake Peanut Butter Power Balls
Yeah, I know the internet if full of these types of recipes, but this one is unique for a couple of IMPORTANT reasons.
FIRST: You don't have to have a food processor to make them. Most energy/power balls are made from a mixture of nuts and dried fruits which make a food processor a requirement. NOT so for these guys. Just stir and form them into balls.
SECOND: Nut Free is possible. Again, most energy/power balls require nuts. While this recipe does include peanut butter you could sub it out for sunflower butter with nearly interchangeable results.
THIRD: Basic No Fuss Ingredients. Every single ingredient is something that you most likely have hanging out in your pantry right now. Oats, Peanut Butter, Honey, chocolate chunks (or chips), vanilla and salt. That's it.
In all honesty, this is one of the most approachable recipes on Simply Sissom. It's fast, freezable, no-bake, 1-bowl. It checks off All. The. Things.
Let's talk details...
What Are No Bake Peanut Butter Power Balls:
They sound fancy, but in reality it's just wholesome oats rolled into balls that are held together by a mixture of honey and peanut butter. Salt, vanilla and chocolate chips, well... they just make the situation tasty.
How Do You Make No Bake Peanut Butter Power Balls?
- Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
2. Use a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to mix the ingredients until they are fully incorporated.
3. Refrigerate the oat mixture for 30 minutes and then form into balls.
Peanut Butter Power Ball Step-By-Step VIDEO:
FAQ'S ABOUT NO BAKE PEANUT BUTTER POWER BALLS:
Are Peanut Butter Power Balls Healthy?
Yes! These guys are loaded with protein (peanut butter) and fiber (rolled oats), naturally sweetened (honey) AND delicious. You can also omit the chocolate chips if you want to cut down on the sugar.
What Type of Oats Should I buy?
Regular rolled oats. The quick rolled oats don't hold up as well and make the power balls a little bit less "grab and go" friendly.
Can I use gluten-free rolled oats?
Yes! Gluten-free oats can be substituted for regular.
Can I substitute the peanut butter for another nut or seed butter?
Yep. This recipe is not fussy. Almond butter, sunflower butter, hazelnut butter, cashew butter... it all works.
My oat mixture is too thick to stir, what happened?
This recipe was created using NATURAL peanut butter. Regular peanut butters like Jiff and Peter Pan WILL NOT WORK. The texture is completely different. Look for a peanut butter that contains peanut + salt only and that has a layer of oil on the top.
Are these Peanut Butter Power Balls Freezable?
Yes! I store mine in the freezer in a small container with a lid. They will keep for several months (although I bet they won't last that long!)
Can Peanut Butter Power Balls be made ahead?
You bet. I make a batch on Sunday afternoon and serve them over the next couple of days all the time. They keep best when refrigerated (about 5-6 days).
No Bake Peanut Butter Power Balls
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 16 power balls 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Description
No Bake Peanut Butter Power Balls are simple to make, requiring just 6 basic pantry ingredients. Perfect for a grab and go breakfast or quick snack. No food processor needed.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup NATURAL peanut butter (this is important, buy the kind with oil on top or a no-stir version)
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup chocolate chunks or chips
- 1 tsp vanilla
- ⅛ tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients.
- Use a rubber spatula to mix the ingredients until fully combined. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes - 1 hour. This allows the mixture to firm up enough to form into balls.
- Remove chilled oat mixture from the refrigerator. Use damp hands to form into balls that are approximately 1". Enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
- This recipe will not work if you do not use NATURAL peanut butter. It will be too thick and will not stick together properly.
- Peanut Butter can be swapped for the nut butter of your choice.
Keywords: peanut butter, power ball, energy ball
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