Maple Pecan Energy Balls

These maple pecan energy balls are a quick, simple, no-bake recipe. They feature wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, pecans, and peanut butter, and are naturally sweetened with maple syrup. I'm going to go out on a limb and declare that they are about to become your new favorite snack.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Chill 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings

Calories 129kcal

Author Sharon Rhodes

Ingredients

1 cup oats *certified gluten free for allergies
½ cup chopped pecans
½ cup chunky peanut butter *drippy, natural is best
¼ cup maple syrup
¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
3 tbsp. dark chocolate chips

Instructions

Mix the oats, pecans, and coconut in a large bowl.
Add the wet ingredients - peanut butter and maple syrup - and stir again.
Stir the chocolate chips into the oat mixture.
Using a cookie scoop, roll into heaping tablespoon-sized balls, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Place the tray in the fridge or freezer for an hour to set.
Store covered in the fridge or freezer.

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Notes

Peanut butter: Use a fresh jar of natural peanut butter (just peanuts and salt). The oils help the balls hold together.
If the mixture is crumbly: Stir in another tablespoon of peanut butter or maple syrup until it holds together when squeezed.
Only have creamy peanut butter? Add 2–3 tablespoons of chopped peanuts for a chunky texture.
Nut butter swaps: Almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter all work.
Maple cinnamon: Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg with the oats.
Protein boost: Add ¼ cup (about one scoop) of vanilla protein powder with the oats, plus 1–2 extra tablespoons of maple syrup. Use a plant-based powder to keep them vegan.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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