Description
These No Bake Snickerdoodle Energy Balls are a quick and delicious snack packed with wholesome ingredients. Featuring rolled oats, creamy almond butter, warm cinnamon, and nutmeg, they capture the classic snickerdoodle cookie flavor without the oven. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and optionally enhanced with crunchy nuts, these energy balls are perfect for a healthy on-the-go treat that requires no baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned oats work best)
- 1/2 cup creamy almond butter (or peanut butter for a classic taste)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (or honey for a different sweetness profile)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch salt
Spices
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Optional Add-ins
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Prepare Oats: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the rolled oats. For a smoother texture, pulse the oats a few times in a food processor to slightly break them down, though this is optional.
- Add Wet Ingredients: To the oats, add creamy almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. These ingredients provide binding, sweetness, and flavor.
- Add Spices and Salt: Sprinkle in ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to infuse the mixture with the signature snickerdoodle flavors and balance sweetness.
- Mix Thoroughly: Using a sturdy spoon or spatula, mix all ingredients until evenly combined. If mixture feels too dry, add an extra teaspoon of maple syrup or a splash of water to achieve a dough-like consistency.
- Incorporate Nuts: If using, gently fold in finely chopped pecans or walnuts to add crunch and nutty flavor.
- Form Balls: Lightly dampen your hands to prevent sticking. Scoop about a tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll it into compact balls approximately 1 inch in diameter. Yield should be about 12-15 balls.
- Chill to Set: Place the energy balls on a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape before serving.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture; quick oats may result in softer balls.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey, but flavor will be slightly different.
- Chilling time is essential to help the energy balls firm up and maintain shape.
- For extra flavor, consider rolling the balls in cinnamon sugar after shaping.
- Store energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: snickerdoodle energy balls, no bake energy balls, healthy snack, cinnamon energy balls, no bake snacks, almond butter snacks
