Quick Energy Pickups

Fuel your day with these no-bake **Quick Energy Pickups**, a delightful combination of wholesome ingredients and irresistible flavor. Perfect for busy mornings, post-workout refuels, or midday cravings, these energy bites come together in just 15 minutes—no cooking required! Made with **rolled oats**, nutty **peanut butter**, naturally sweet **honey**, and superfoods like **chia seeds** and **ground flaxseed**, they pack a nutrient-dense punch to keep you energized. A touch of **mini chocolate chips** adds a hint of indulgence, while the dash of **vanilla extract** and **salt** rounds out their addictive taste. These bite-sized snacks are not only convenient but also easily customizable and perfect for meal prep—store them in the fridge for a grab-and-go treat all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 cup peanut butter
• 0.25 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
• 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.125 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, and salt.

Step 2

Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and form a sticky dough.

Step 3

Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the mixture.

Step 4

Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls with your hands.

Step 5

Place the energy balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Chill the energy balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 7

Store the Quick Energy Pickups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	309.8 grams (309.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1453

Total Fat 83.10g	107%
Saturated Fat 18.30g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 325mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate 152.00g	55%
Dietary Fiber 21.80g	78%
Total Sugars 74.00g
Protein 46.80g	94%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 206mg	16%
Iron 8mg	47%
Potassium 1195mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.5%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 39.4%