Peanut Butter Balls - Gluten Free with Oatmeal and Chocolate are no bake, bite sized treats that give you a little pick-me-up any time of the day. Made with whole ingredients including rolled oats, peanut butter and almond flour, these energy balls are the perfect poppable snack.
why you'll love this recipe
Look no further for the perfect snack with just the right amount of sweet.
After a day of grocery shopping and cooking for my personal chef clients, these gluten free Peanut Butter Balls are just the pick me up I need. With both simple and complex carbohydrates the snack gives a quick burst of energy along with a longer more stable source of stamina.
the ingredients
Only a handful of ingredients go into these protein packed energy balls. And they are all in most well stocked pantries too.
- Gluten free rolled oats
- Almond flour
- Mini chocolate chips
- Cinnamon
- Honey
- Peanut butter
is it easy to make homemade energy balls?
YES! These tasty bite sized treats are a breeze to make. Gather the ingredients. Measure out the rolled oats, almond flour, mini chocolate chips, cinnamon, honey and peanut butter and add them to a large bowl. Here's a tip. Spray the measuring cups and the sticky honey and peanut butter will slide right out.
Grab a sturdy spatula and thoroughly combine the ingredients. Portion the peanut butter mixture into tablespoon sized pieces and roll into balls.
how to store peanut butter balls
Store the peanut butter energy bites in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. The recipe makes a big batch (40 delicious treats!) so pop some in the freezer too. They will stay fresh for up to 2 to 3 months in an airtight container.
There is no need to thaw them before eating. They are just as tasty frozen!
chef tips for making peanut butter energy balls
- Pick your oats ~ I prefer the hearty whole grains in rolled oats, but instant oats are an acceptable substitute. Skip steel cut oats as they are not as tasty in the recipe.
- Use mini chocolate chips ~ As the energy balls are small treats, mini chocolate chips are the perfect size to use.
- No stick ~ Spray the measuring cups with cooking spray and the honey and peanut butter will slide right out.
- Mix it up ~ It is easy to mix the ingredients together. But a stand mixer or hand mixer can also be used.
- Get scooping ~ A medium cookie scoop portions perfect amount of the peanut butter mixture.
- Squish ~ It helps to squish the portioned peanut butter mixture in your hand. This ensures the energy balls stay together and are formed in nice round balls.
more snack recipes to try
- Healthy Granola Cookies
- Freezer Fruit and Yogurt Smoothies
- Savory Cheddar Chaffles
- Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls
just one more thing
Did you make a batch of gluten free Peanut Butter Balls? I'd love hearing from you if you did!
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Recipe
Peanut Butter Balls - Gluten Free
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten free rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup mini semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 ⅓ cups peanut butter
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add all the ingredients. Stir to combine.
- With a medium cookie scoop, portion 1 tablespoon of the mixture. Roll into a ball. Place on a work surface.
- Continue portioning and rolling the mixture into balls.
- The energy balls can be served immediately. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Store in the freezer up to 2 months.
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Notes
- Pick your oats ~ I prefer the hearty whole grains in rolled oats, but instant oats are an acceptable substitute. Skip steel cut oats as they are not as tasty in the recipe.
- Use mini chocolate chips ~ As the energy balls are small treats, mini chocolate chips are the perfect size to use.
- No stick ~ Spray the measuring cups with cooking spray and the honey and peanut butter will slide right out.
- Mix it up ~ It is easy to mix the ingredients together. But a stand mixer or hand mixer can also be used.
- Get scooping ~ A medium cookie scoop portions perfect peanut butter energy balls.
- Squish ~ It helps to squish the portioned peanut butter mixture in your hand. This helps the energy balls stay together and are formed in nice round balls.
Amy Casey says
You are welcome Ann. I hope you enjoy the recipe.
Amy Casey says
Thanks LaKita!
Megan says
This recipe is so simple and tasty. A real life saver when I want something sweet.
Amy Casey says
For sure. I love having these energy balls on hand.
Chenée says
I love this idea for a quick snack, and bonus that they're so easy to make! Definitely gonna be my go-to treat from now on.
Amy Casey says
That's great Chenee!
Amanda says
These energy balls made for such a great snack! They're so delicious and really gave me the pick-me-up I needed mid-day.
Amy Casey says
My feelings exactly! They help out with the afternoon slump.
Lauren Michael Harris says
Energy balls are one of my kids favorite snacks. These peanut butter chocolate chips ones remind me of cookies - so good!
Amy Casey says
A healthy version of peanut butter chocolate chip cookies.
Tracy says
These are the easiest and most delicious little energy bite! My kids absolutely loved them. And I love how easy they are to make!
Amy Casey says
They are a kid favorite of my personal chef clients.
Natalie says
I love energy balls. It's something I always make for my kids. Your peanut butter ones are delicious, thanks!
Amy Casey says
You are welcome Natalie. I'm so glad you enjoyed them.
Chandice says
These energy bites are such a great summer snack for my kids! Everyone loves them and they are easy to make.
Amy Casey says
Yes! I even pop them in the freezer too.
veenaazmanov says
Healthy combination and perfect snack box option. Have to try making my batch soon.
Amy Casey says
Awesome!