Snickers Energy Balls

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Snickers Energy Balls

Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Snack
Servings 24

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup pitted Medjool dates about 15-18*
  • 1 cup all-natural creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ cup salted peanuts divided
  • 6 oz. dark chocolate chips about ¾ cup
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Blend rolled oats in a high-speed food processor until you have oat flour.
  • Add dates, peanut butter, and honey to the oats, and process until a dough forms, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add ⅓ cup peanuts to the processor and pulse to break them up.
  • Scoop out dough with a tablespoon and roll into balls. Set aside.
  • Chop the remaining peanuts into small pieces.
  • Melt chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, then dip each ball into the chocolate, coating half.
  • Sprinkle crushed peanuts and sea salt over the balls.
  • Place balls on a plate and freeze for 20 minutes until the chocolate sets.
  • Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Use soft dates for easy blending.
  • A high-speed food processor is essential for proper dough formation.
  • Opt for drippy peanut butter like Smuckers Natural Creamy Peanut Butter.
  • Feel free to add more peanuts for extra crunch.

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