Cranberry Energy Balls Recipe

These Cranberry Energy Balls are sweet, tangy, and loaded with oats, nut butter, and dried cranberries — a healthy no-bake snack perfect for meal prep, post-workout energy, or mid-day cravings.

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Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Healthy, No-Bake

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 0

Chill Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings: balls

Calories: 95kcal

Cost: $6

Equipment

1 Large mixing bowl Wide bowl makes mixing easy
1 Food Processor (optional) For chopping cranberries or smoother texture
1 Cookie scoop Keeps balls even in size
1 Parchment paper Prevents sticking during rolling and chilling
1 Airtight container For storing finished balls
1 pack Mini Muffin Liners Great for portioning and storing

Ingredients

1½ cups Rolled Oats Use old-fashioned for chewy texture
¾ cup Dried Cranberries Chop if large; use unsweetened if possible
½ cup Natural Peanut Butter or Almond Butter Acts as binder; use natural with separated oil
⅓ cup Honey or Maple Syrup Maple for vegan, honey for richer taste
2 tablespoons Ground Flaxseed Adds fiber and helps bind
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Rounds out flavor
¼ cup Shredded Coconut Optional; adds texture
2 tablespoons Chia Seeds Optional; adds crunch
¼ cup Dark Chocolate Chips Optional; adds sweetness
¼ cup Chopped Almonds or Walnuts Optional; for crunch
½ teaspoon Cinnamon Optional; adds warmth
Pinch Sea Salt Optional; enhances flavor

Instructions

Measure and prepare all ingredients; chop cranberries if needed.
Combine oats and flaxseed in a large bowl.
Warm nut butter and honey for 20–30 seconds; add vanilla.
Pour wet mixture over oats; stir until sticky and well mixed.
Roll 1 tablespoon portions into balls; place on parchment paper.
Chill for 30 minutes until firm; store in airtight container.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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