These no-bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls double as both a sweet treat and an energy-boosting snack. And, they're gluten-free, vegan, refined sugar-free and oil-free too! Enjoy these peanut butter balls with or without shredded coconut.
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I don't know about you, but I loooooove peanut butter!
Whether it's peanut butter and jelly, peanut butter and banana, peanut butter and chocolate or even a Strawberry Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie, peanut butter always hits the spot.
There's just something about it's creamy peanutty-ness that can make any bad day better.
But, did you know that there's more to peanut butter than it's magical flavor?

Health Benefits of Peanut Butter
Peanut butter is a powerhouse when it comes to its nutritional benefits. One serving (2 tablespoons) provides a fair share of protein, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, niacin and vitamin B6.
It's also known to slowly release energy, which keeps you going longer while helping to control your hunger at the same time.
Of course, eating too much peanut butter is not recommended due to its high amount of fat (albeit the healthy kind) and calories.
So basically, you shouldn't eat the entire batch of these Peanut Butter Energy Balls. Oh, man!

Ingredient Highlights
In addition to the peanut butter, these energy balls are also made with heart-healthy whole-grain oats in the form of oat flour.
Not only are oats loaded with fiber and protein, they also contain manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, iron, zinc, folate, vitamin B1 and vitamin B5.
Oats are also rich in antioxidants and can help lower blood sugar levels.
Speaking of sugar, these energy balls are sweetened with pure maple syrup, making them refined sugar-free.
Although still a source of added sugar, pure maple syrup does contain some vitamins and minerals, including manganese, riboflavin, zinc and potassium as well as antioxidants.
For some crunch, these Peanut Butter Energy Balls also feature chopped peanuts and vegan, refined sugar-free chocolate chips.
To enhance their flavor, I've also added vanilla extract and kosher salt.
Lastly, I've included an option for rolling the balls in shredded coconut for even more flavor as well as an extra burst of healthy fat.

Not only are they made with wholesome ingredients, but they also taste like balls of heavenly bliss!
But don't take my word for it. Here's what the taste-testers had to say:
"This is the best thing you've made to date. I'll buy you all the ingredients so you can make them again...tomorrow!" - my boss
"Do you have more of those peanut butter balls? I had dreams about them last night." - my coworker
"Don't put these on the blog! Save them for when we open a cafe; we can make MILLIONS!" - my crazy husband 😉
How to Make These Peanut Butter Energy Balls
Start by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Then, add peanut butter, oat flour, maple syrup, vanilla and salt to a mixing bowl.

Use a spoon to mix together.

Add chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips.

Stir to combine.

Refrigerate dough in the mixing bowl for 10 minutes.
Use a cookie scoop (I used a #50 disher) to scoop out dough onto parchment-lined baking sheet.

Form each scoop of dough into balls with your hands.
If you are not using the coconut, place the tray of dough balls in the freezer for 10 minutes.
If you are using the coconut, roll each ball into shredded coconut and return to the baking sheet.

Then, freeze for 10 minutes.

Storing the Peanut Butter Balls
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days...if they last that long! 😉
You might also enjoy these other no-bake treats:
- Almond Butter Cookie Dough Bites
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites
- Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites
- Pumpkin Cookie Dough Bites
Peanut Butter Energy Balls
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened, creamy peanut butter (I used 365 brand)
- ½ cup plus 2 tablespoon gluten-free, whole-grain oat flour
- ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoon unsalted chopped peanuts (use dry roasted to keep it oil-free)
- ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoon mini vegan, refined sugar-free chocolate chips (I used Enjoy Life)
- 2 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Add peanut butter, oat flour, maple syrup, vanilla and salt to a mixing bowl, and stir with a spoon to combine.
- Add chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips and stir to combine. Place the dough in the mixing bowl in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
- Use a cookie scoop (I used a #50 disher) to scoop out dough onto parchment-lined baking sheet. Form each scoop of dough into balls with your hands.
- If not using the optional coconut, skip to the next step. If using the optional coconut, roll each ball into shredded coconut and return to the baking sheet.
- Place the baking sheet of energy balls in the freezer for 10 minutes.
(Please refer to the post above for instructional photographs and other helpful information for this recipe)
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Dari
There is something missing in the recipe. Right after the first ingredient, peanut butter, you wrote "1/2 cup..." and there's nothing next to it. ?
Sherri Hall
Hi Dari! Hmm...it's showing it on my end...the ingredient is: 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp gluten-free, whole-grain oat flour. I just made some changes on the site so perhaps there is a glitch that I am not able to see. I've included the ingredients from the recipe card in case it helps. Please let me know if you notice anything else that's missing. Thanks for letting me know! Hope you enjoy the peanut butter balls! 🙂
1/2 cup unsweetened, creamy peanut butter (I used 365 brand)
1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp gluten-free, whole-grain oat flour
1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp unsalted chopped peanuts (use dry roasted to keep it oil-free)
1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp mini vegan, refined sugar-free chocolate chips (I used Enjoy Life)
2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Jo
You had me at peanut butter. Anything peanut butter, sign me up please. These would be perfect for my after workout snacks. Can't wait to try your version of energy balls!
Sherri Hall
Thanks Jo! Peanut butter rocks! These are perfect for pre and post workout sessions for sure! Hope you enjoy! 🙂
Daniela
You had me at peanut butter! And again at energy :). Thanks so much for sharing! They would be a great pre and post surf sesh snack for me :).
Sherri Hall
For sure, Daniela! Thanks so much! 🙂