Bite-sized energy balls with peanut butter, oats, seeds, and fruit for grab-and-go snacking.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup (250 g) natural peanut butter
02 - ⅓ cup (80 ml) maple syrup or agave
03 - 1 scoop (25–30 g) vanilla or unflavored plant protein powder
04 - 1 ½ cups (150 g) rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
→ Crunch & Fruit
05 - ¼ cup chia seeds
06 - ¼ cup sunflower seeds (or pumpkin seeds)
07 - ½ cup dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped dates
→ Optional Enhancements
08 - 2 tbsp ground flax or hemp seeds
09 - 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
10 - Pinch of cinnamon or sea salt
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, maple syrup, and protein powder. Stir in oats until well blended.
02 - Fold in chia seeds, sunflower seeds, and dried fruit. Add optional flax, chocolate chips, or spices if desired.
03 - Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls with your hands. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
04 - Refrigerate for 30 minutes for a firmer, chewier texture.
