No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls (Printable Version)

# What You 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

# Steps to Follow:

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.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze up to 2 months.
02 - Can substitute almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
03 - Great post-workout snack thanks to balanced carbs, fats, and protein.

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