Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Balls (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup peanut butter
03 - 1/4 cup honey
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins

05 - 1/4 cup chocolate chips
06 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until fully incorporated.
02 - Fold in the ground flaxseed and chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
03 - With clean hands, portion the mixture and roll into 1-inch diameter balls.
04 - Arrange the formed energy balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
05 - Enjoy immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.

# Notes:

01 - These energy balls are packed with fiber from oats, protein from peanut butter, and omega-3 fatty acids from flaxseed.
02 - For a firmer texture, you can freeze the balls for 15 minutes before serving.