Peanut Butter Energy Balls (Vegan, Instant)

Recipe Cooked, Photographed and Written by Praveena

PrepTime:2 mins   MakeTime:5 mins   Cuisine:English

Peanut butter energy balls (instant), my version of making quick & easy sweet treat where no cooking / baking is involved. Such a pleasure to make such instant recipes. Isn’t it !

I tried 2 different versions, one with powdered sugar and the other without sugar. Just check the ingredients!

My 2 daughters made these in June, on the occasion of Father’s day to show their love towards their Dad. And that card was made by my little son! 🙂 These energy balls, tasted just great that my Kids loved them too much!!

Health Benefits of ‘Peanut Butter Energy Balls’:

Peanut butter is high in protein, edible fiber, calories and has essential fat too. Hemp seeds are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, Oats are great source of  anti-oxidants.

To conclude, these energy balls are mainly suitable for kids, growing children and as a post work-out instant energy boosters for adults.

Before starting to cook, don’t forget to see the Tips mentioned at the end.

My other Dessert recipes here⇒ Desserts / Mithayi

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Energy Balls recipes collection here⇒ Laddoo Recipes / Indian Energy Balls

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4. Carrots & Oats Smoothie (No Sweetener)

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Ingredients:

• Peanut Butter – 1 cup
• Oats – 1 cup
• Ground Flax / Flax Seed Powder – ½ cup
• Hemp Seeds / Hemp Hearts – 1 tablespoon
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – 1 (or) 2 teaspoons
• Honey (or) Maple Syrup – 3 tablespoons
• Powdered Sugar (or) Dairy Free Dark Chocolate – ½ cup

Special Ingredients:

• Hemp Seeds / Hemp Hearts
• Ground Flax / Flax Seed Powder

Procedure for ‘Peanut Butter Energy Balls’:

• Take a wide mixing bowl.
• Add each ingredient one after another.
• Using a spatula, gently cut and fold everything, such that all the ingredients are combined well.
• With a ice cream scoop / with a round tablespoon, make them into small balls.
• Arrange them on a tray / plate.
• Place the tray in the fridge for about 20 mins for the balls to harden a bit. Done!!

Tips:

• These are definite measurements, not much of adjustment is needed.
• Store them in an air-tight container, in a cool dry place.
• Best to consume would be, within the Best Before Use Day of Peanut Butter pack.

Result:

• These, peanut butter energy balls (instant), tasted just great that my Kids & Hubby loved them too much!! 
• While eating, do expect a tinge of salt, from the peanut butter.
• After all there’s no cooking involved, that effortless feel do make them taste more good! 🙂

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