No-Bake Snickers Energy Balls – 3 Ingredient, Healthy, Kid-Friendly Snack
We are obsessed with these 3 ingredient No-Bake Snickers Energy Balls! They are incredibly delicious, that the whole family can enjoy together. For my 1 year old I leave them them as is and for me and my 6 year old I like to add a drizzle of dark chocolate. They are such a treat, I promise everyone will devour them. These bite-sized treats are made with just dates, oats and peanut butter, making them very easy to make. Offering a naturally sweet, protein-packed snack that fuels kids with lasting energy. Best of all, they require no baking, making them a convenient and mess-free option for busy parents. Whether packed in a lunchbox, stored in the fridge for easy snacking, or brought along on a weekend adventure, these energy balls are a favorite for both kids and adults alike!
Why Kids Will Love These No-Bake Snickers Energy Balls:
- Naturally Sweet: The dates provide a caramel-like sweetness without any added sugar, it literally taste like a healthy snickers bar.
- Fun to Eat: Their soft and chewy texture makes them an enjoyable bite-sized snack.
- Portable & Mess-Free: These little bites are great for on the go. Perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or road trips.
Nutritional Benefits for Kids:
- Oats: A great source of fiber and slow-digesting carbohydrates, keeping kids full and energized.
- Dates: Naturally sweet and packed with essential vitamins and minerals, including potassium and iron.
- Peanut Butter: A fantastic plant-based protein source with healthy fats for brain development and sustained energy.
How to Serve for Different Ages:
- 12 months and up: Offer in small bites or flatten into soft, easy-to-hold discs for little hands.
- Toddlers & Kids: Serve whole or with a drizzle of melted dark chocolate for an extra treat.
- Older Kids & Adults: Enjoy with a drizzle of dark chocolate and you can add chopped peanuts inside as well.
Substitutions:
I don’t recommend substituting anything in this recipe, other than the peanut butter. It can be swapped for another nut or seed butter of choice, like almond butter or sunflower seed butter.
What You Need:
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No-bake Snickers Energy Balls
Ingredients
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Directions
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Boil hot water and add to a bowl with pitted dates. Let dates soak for 10 minutes
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Once soften add to food processor, along with peanut butter and oats and blend Depending on if peanut butter is runny or thick you will need to adjust the amount of oats. For more runny peanut butter add 2-3 tbsp more of oats
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Roll into bite-size balls and store in closed container If you want to drizzle melted chocolate do it now before putting in the fridge
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Serve & Enjoy!
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