I am dragging. I have had 3...ok possibly 4 cups of coffee today. I get up early to get the kids out the door, and I stay up late to get my work done. There are 3 of them (5 if you count the Hubby and the Dog) and just one little ole' me. I need all the help in the energy department I can get. Since I have been running in and out the door like a crazy woman, grabbing whatever is handy to munch on the way. I wanted to have a healthy treat ready to grab at a moments notice. Enter these No-Bake Energy Balls. They are full of protein, fiber, and a little bit of chocolate to keep this momma on her toes.
Since the kids helped me make them (as if they need more energy) my 4 year old said that they would be better with sprinkles...PINK sprinkles. 😉 If you are making these for a snack for the kids after school, or before sports, you can roll them in sprinkles; whatever color you choose. Now my only problem, is only eating one of these yummy treats!
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Oatmeal
- 1 Cup Shredded Coconut
- 1/4 cup Sunflower kernels
- 1/2 cup Peanut Butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup Honey
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl mix everything together with a big wooden spoon (except the sprinkles)
- Place in frige for 30 minutes.
- Then roll into balls, then into sprinkles if desired.
- Store in an airtight container in fridge until ready to eat.
Notes
I am Amanda. Mom to 3 wonderful kids & lots of furbabies. Plus wife to my hubby, David, for 20 years (gosh that makes me sound old). In our house we love to get outside, have family fun, and enjoy all Florida has to offer (Hey, Universal!) We do all of that with a few shortcuts.
Emily
Will they be the same without the coconut? I have a child allergic to coconut. What would be something good to replace it? Thanks.
Amanda @ A Few Short Cuts
Emily, Totally! I would just add a little extra oats or sunflower seed kernels. The coconut can easily be left out. you will want to play with the mix a little bit to get it right. 🙂
Emily
Thanks will try this on the weekend for next week.
Lynette
What can I replace the chocolate chips with and still make it taste yummy??? My girls LOVE chocolate BUT they are in their teens and worry about acne!!
Thanks! 😉
JoAnn
Raisins? or peanut butter chips?
Amanda @ A Few Short Cuts
The original recipe call for chocolate chips but you can sub raisins or pbchips. 😉
Shayelyn
Does it matter if the coconut is sweetened or unsweetened?
Amanda @ A Few Short Cuts
No whatever your preference.
Heather
Ok-I should know this but I don't -do you cook the oatmeal or just use the dry oats?
Amanda @ A Few Short Cuts
Just the dry oats. 🙂
Heather
Thank you!
Janelle
Does it matter if it's Quick Oats or the Old Fashioned oatmeal?
janell
These were SOOOO good!! I omitted the chocolate chips in favor of raisins and it is perfect! Thank you!!
Rainey
That is an awesome idea, I think I will do the same. Still gives it the sweet without being chocolate
Joy
I made these no-bake energy balls today, and they are very delicious! I love how easy it is to throw them together. The biggest problem is they're so good that you want to eat more than just one. They're very filling. I like that you can easily substitute or add ingredients. I followed the recipe exactly this time, but next time might add raisins or chopped dried apples. To Lynette, you may want to consider carob chips. They are a healthier tasty alternative to chocolate chips.
Dawn
i made the original version of these and they were amazing!! Everyone loved them! And so easy to make! Then i modified the 2nd batch to have the gluten free oats, subbed blue agave nector for the honey, added a scoop of protein power and subbed the peanut butter for all natural almond butter. Incredible! I like the ideas of subbing the chocolate for raisens. Thanks amanda for this amazing recipe!!!
Amanda @ A Few Short Cuts
YAY! Glad you liked them! 🙂
josie
What is the nutrition breakdown???
Richard Hicks
Like this recipe a lot. Pretty simple and looks like a quick preparation. Great for grabbing and going during a hectic morning when short on time
kath g
thanks so much! i have been looking for a recipe like this....and sounds so flexible. i'll try the original first, but i can see adding all kinds of things (nuts, flax seed, raisins, etc.). have you ever tried freezing them?