The first time I made these Peanut Butter Chocolate Energy Balls, my hubby and I ate the whole batch in one night.
They have the perfect taste combination of peanut butter & chocolate so we just couldn’t resist!
Energy balls are also a great post-workout snack. The protein and calories will help your body rebuild after a long workout. They’re also a great on-the-go snack–especially for athletes.
I would know. I used to be a sprinter and hurdler in high school and part of college.
Our track meets were really long & I had to bring enough food to make sure I had enough energy to compete. I ran in several different events and some meets I would have up to 6 or 7 separate races to run.
I wish I would have known how to make these energy balls back then because they would have been the perfect way to keep my calorie intake up!
Would you believe me if I told you these were healthy? {As long as you don’t eat the whole batch!}
What makes Peanut Butter Chocolate Energy Balls healthy?
- Flaxseed has lots of fiber, lingnans and Omega-3 fatty acids.
- Energy Balls are high in protein from the peanut butter and oatmeal.
- Oatmeal contains high fiber, whole grains, and minerals.
- Cocoa is rich in flavonoids that can help raise good cholesterol and lower bad cholesterol.
Have I convinced you yet?
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- 1 cup oatmeal
- 1/2 cup flaxseed (ground)
- 2 TBSP Ovaltine Milk Chocolate powder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 TBSP cocoa powder
- 2 tsp sugar (optional)
- Add all ingredients into a small bowl.
- Stir until incorporated using a good mixer with dough hooks. Or if stirring by hand, use a knife to "cut" the ingredients as you stir.
- Roll into 1 inch balls.
- Serve or store in a covered container in the refrigerator.
- This is a freezer friendly recipe! Freezing them will help keep them cool and ready to go!
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I’m wondering if I can substitute chocolate protein powder for the Ovaltine? I have a hubby who is a runner and a little guy who is underweight, so we are always looking for healthy snacks that give good protein and carbs. Thanks!
Yes you can! You can also use regular chocolate milk mix as well. These energy balls would be perfect for them & I hope you enjoy them!
I was just getting ready to make these and need to know if I’m supposed to use regular oatmeal or the quick one minute oatmeal?
I use the quick oats but honestly I think either kind would work. I hope you enjoy them!
thank you so much for the quick reply! I do have 1 more question though. I went ahead and made the recipe and it is delicious. Since the recipe didn’t specify whole flaxseed or ground flaxseed, I used hole and we found it to be a little bit crunchy. Should I have used ground? If so is the half cup measurement the same? Thanks!
I’m glad you pointed that out–I use ground flaxseed in mine and it’s not crunchy at all. I’ll have to update the recipe–thanks for the heads up!
These look delicious!! I have a teenage boy who is a swimmer, I’m always looking for energy boosting snacks for him!
These would be the perfect way to keep his energy up! Those swimming events are no joke!
what can i use instead of the ovaltine milk chocolate powder?
You can use any kind of hot chocolate powder mix if you don’t have Ovaltine. I hope that helps, Henna!
These look incredible and I can’t wait to try them! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again next week!
Thanks so much for pinning the recipe! I hope you love them!
This looks delicious! I would love for you share it on my Tasty Tuesday recipe link up here! Everything gets pinned and I would love to have you!
Thanks for the invitation, Stephanie! Heading over there now!
Thanks for sharing. I’m training for a half, and these would be perfect
This is the perfect energy boost for runners!
I make a similar recipe with chocolate chips instead of Ovaltine, but I want to try this now too. The flaxseed in this recipe is whole, correct?
I know some recipes call for ground flaxseed and others for whole.
Many websites say that it’s better to eat freshly ground flaxseed than whole or buying it ground. I figure these kinds of energy balls are a good way to eat whole flaxseed because you grind them with your teeth when you chew–it’s not like you swallow them whole like when you sprinkle them over yogurt.
Thanks for the recipe!
I’ve been using ground flaxseed in this recipe. I’ve never tried whole flaxseed but if you try it let me know how it works out!
I’ve made a similar recipe with them whole and it works fine, though I believe it uses less of the wet ingredients.
http://somebodysdinner.blogspot.com/2014/02/chocolate-chip-protein-bites.html
I will note when making your recipe to use my ground flaxseed.
Thanks.
That’s good to know, Julie! If you ever try it with the whole flaxseed let me know how it works out.
First, I’ve never commented on the same post of someone else’s blog before. I hope you don’t feel spammed.
But I wanted to tell you that I made your recipe (with ground flaxseed) and it was very good. Also, there’s a picture of it on my blog. Thank you.
http://somebodysdinner.blogspot.com/2014/05/orange-banana-smoothie-with-carrot.html
Not at all–I love comments! I love getting feedback because I love knowing others are enjoying recipes as much as I do! Plus it’s good to know other ingredients/methods that work as well. I also really appreciate you linking back to my recipe!
Love the energy balls….need the carb and calorie count as I am diabetic and work with a trainer four times a week.
Glad you like them! Yes this is something to look into because these are a calorie-rich snack. The calorie count depends on what kind of peanut butter you use. I would look at the labels before you make it to see if it would be a good fit for you. If not you’re always able to make substitutions. I hope this was helpful!
I need to make these for my son he is always looking for a workout snack
This will be a great workout snack for him!
What a ymmuy recipe, Carrie! I love peanut butter and chocolate…well I love anything sweet. And when it’s healthy that is a win-win for me! Pinning this recipe 🙂
I love anything sweet too! Thanks for sharing this on Pinterest Erin!
These look delicious – I will have to try them… and then try not to eat them all in one go.
Thank you for sharing!
Tracey
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This look delicious! I have everything on hand except the Ovaltine powder. Are there any substitutes? I don’t want to have to wait for my next shopping trip!
Yes–you can substitute it with any kind of hot chocolate mix–hopefully you have some of that on hand!
These are great! I’ve made them before and I are them for breakfast. I’m stopping by from SITS & I’m a new follower!
Energy balls make a great breakfast on the go! Thanks so very much for following along!
WOW I love these and the recipe is simple. Thanks for sharing.
One of the reasons I love this recipe is for it’s simplicity!
These sound really good! I have been trying to find a healthy snack to bring to work with me, and this might be it.
These would be a great pick-me-up snack for work!
Just pinned this recipe–it sounds delicious (and have to love an easy-to-make energy fix!). Thanks for this 🙂 Stopping in from SITS Sharefest today and hope you’re enjoying your weekend!
I so need these right now. 🙂 Pinning it to make some later!
Thanks so much for sharing! Stopping by from Saturday Show & Tell – Cheerios & Lattes.
Hubby ate the whole batch – wow, that was a testament to your fabulosity! Thank you for sharing and linking up again with us at the #WWDParty. Have a wonderful weekend!
Maybe I should re-phrase that: The hubby and I ate the whole batch! I guess I can’t blame it all on him 🙂
These sound just easy enough for me to make and enjoy after my runs. I’m glad I found your post through the Link Party Palooza.
These look fabulous! I can’t wait to give them a try!
I’m convinced… although I don’t really feel like working out. I just want the treat 🙂
Feel free to enjoy–no workout necessary!
These look great! I love chocolate and peanut butter together. Pinned!
I’ll have to try your recipe, Carrie! I love adding flaxseeds to different things …. Thanks for sharing!
Adding flaxseed is a super easy way to add nutrition to your diet! I hope you like these as much as I do!
Yum! I’m going to have to try these!
You’ll love them Cori!
These look AMAZING! Thanks for sharing! I pinned it for safe keeping. 🙂