Trending Vegan Snack: Peanut Butter Energy Balls (No-Bake)
Perfect for: Pre-workout snack, afternoon energy boost, or a quick sweet treat
Prep Time: 10 mins | Chill Time: 20 mins | Serves: 8–10 balls
Introduction
If you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to ruin your progress, these Peanut Butter Energy Balls are the answer. They’re no-bake, high in protein, and made with only clean ingredients.
This recipe is trending across vegan blogs because it’s easy, travel-friendly, and ideal for meal prep. Each bite is full of healthy fats, fiber, and plant protein — perfect for anyone following a vegan or fat-loss diet.
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup natural peanut butter
1/4 cup maple syrup or date syrup
2 tbsp chia seeds
1 scoop vegan protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix oats, chia seeds, protein powder, and cinnamon.
Add peanut butter and maple syrup. Stir until it forms a thick dough.
Fold in dark chocolate chips if using.
Roll into small bite-sized balls using your hands.
Place them on a plate and refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up.
Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition (per ball)
Calories: 120
Protein: 6g
Fat: 6g
Carbs: 10g
Fiber: 2g