Chia Oatmeal Energy Balls Recipe

5 from 2 votes

These chia seed energy balls are quick and easy to make, packed with protein, and a super convenient snack for any time of the day. We mix plenty of healthy ingredients, like chia seeds, flax and oats, along with fun ones like M&Ms and Rice Krispies to please even your littlest eaters.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: energy balls

Calories: 193kcal

Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup Rice Krispies Cereal
2/3 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 cup chia seeds
2 tablespoons chocolate protein powder
1/2 cup honey
1 cup nut butter almond butter, peanut butter, or cashew butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup M&M Candies or small chocolate chips

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, coconut, Rice Krispies, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, protein powder, honey, nut butter, salt, and M&Ms. Mix with a rubber spatula until well-combined and resembles dry cookie dough. When you scoop and lightly pack it together, it should stay in a ball and not break. If it's a little too dry, add a little more honey.
Using a 1½ tablespoon (.75 oz) scoop, scoop your dough into evenly sized balls. Use your hands to finish rolling into a nice ball shape, using a little coconut oil on your hands if it gets too sticky.
To store the energy balls, place them in a large airtight container in the fridge or freezer. Use parchment paper or wax paper between the layers of the energy balls to keep them from sticking to each other. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing Instructions: store for up to 1 week in the fridge in an airtight container with parchment or wax paper between the layers to keep them from sticking.

Freezer: freeze energy balls for up to 2 months in an airtight container.
Substitutions: You can substitute agave or maple syrup for the honey.

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