These peanut butter bliss balls make for a perfect healthy snack or on-the-go breakfast. They are made with 4 simple ingredients, come together in under 10 minutes, no baking required and are made without a food processor! Vegan and high-protein.
This is the BEST 10-minute quick snack recipe to try next time you crave something sweet but still healthy: Peanut butter bliss balls!
We love energy balls and we make them often for snacking during the week. These lemon coconut bliss balls are a personal favorite for their super tangy lemon taste, but our kids love these fruity strawberry bliss balls that are made with fresh berries and these healthy apricot bliss balls.
And these gluten-free peanut butter bliss balls are a must-try: they are so easy and delicious! They only require 4 simple ingredients to prepare, they are packed with plant-based protein to help you feel satisfied and they feature a delicious combo of peanut butter + chocolate flavor. What's not to love?
All you have to do is combine the ingredients in a bowl, no food processor required, and you can enjoy the healthy bliss balls right away.
Let me know if you give them a try! ❤️
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❤️ Why you will love this recipe
- Easy, fast to make and completely no bake!
- Made with 4 ingredients you probably already have in your pantry
- A high-protein snack that's filling
- Loaded with fiber and healthy fats
- Sweet and full of flavor
- 100% vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free
🗒 Ingredient notes (+ substitutions)
- Rolled oats: I made these bliss balls using old-fashioned oats, but I think it would work well using quick-cooking oats too. If necessary, use gluten-free certified oats.
- Peanut butter: you will need natural peanut butter for this recipe, which is the kind that's made only with peanuts and sometimes a little salt. You are looking for a pourable consistency.
- Maple syrup: to sweeten the balls and add more moisture. You can probably use agave nectar, but do not swap for granulated sugar, the texture won't be right!
- Chocolate chips: use mini chocolate chips so they match the small-sized bites. I used the allergy-friendly mini chocolate chips from the brand Enjoy Life.
⭐️ Full list of ingredients (+ quantities) down below in the recipe card!
📝 Variations
- Almond butter: I haven't tried it yet, but you can probably swap the peanut butter for almond butter, as long as it is also a natural kind of almond butter that's pourable and not too dry.
- No chocolate chips: you can skip the chocolate chips and use raisins, cacao nibs or dried cranberry instead.
- Chocolate-covered truffles: make truffle-style bites by covering the peanut butter balls with a layer of chocolate shell! Check out this chocolate chickpea truffle recipe to show you how to do that.
- Double chocolate bliss balls: add a tablespoon of cacao powder and an extra tablespoon of maple syrup to the oat mix. If necessary, add a little more peanut butter to adjust the texture.
🍽 How to make peanut butter bliss balls
Step 1: In a bowl, add the rolled oats, peanut butter and maple syrup. Stir well until smooth and combined. If the mix is too dry, then add a little water (1-2 tablespoons).
Step 2: Incorporate the mini chocolate chips into the mix.
Step 3: Use a small ice cream scoop or a tablespoon to divide the mix.
Step 4: Then use your hands/fingers to press the mixture together and to shape it into a ball.
⭐️ Detailed recipe (+ video) down below in the recipe card!
💡 Helpful tips
- The texture of the peanut butter can vary depending on the brand, so you might need to add a little water (1-2 tablespoons) when mixing the dough so it holds well together and does not feel dry.
- To shape them into balls, press the mix between your fingers/hands to squeeze the ingredients together. The balls fall apart more easily if you just roll them without pressing them together.
❗️ Storage tips
Keep the bliss balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. I don't recommend freezing these, they might turn too dry once thawed.
❓ FAQs
For smooth balls yes, you can process the ingredients (using a food processor) before shaping. Since you are blending the oats, you might have to add a little water to help the dough come together.
I like using thick old-fashioned oats for their chewy texture, but you can also use quick-cooking oats for a smoother result. I do not recommend using instant oats since the balls would end up too soft.
🌱 More peanut butter dessert recipes you might like
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📖 Recipe
4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Bliss Balls (Gluten-Free)
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula for stirring
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats old fashioned oats or quick cooking oats
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (with a pourable consistency)
- 3-4 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon mini chocolate chips I used the vegan chocolate chips from Enjoy Life
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the rolled oats, peanut butter and maple syrup. Use a spoon or spatula to stir until combined and the mixture is uniform. You can add a little water if the mix looks too dry. Then, stir in the chocolate chips and combine.
- Using a small ice cream scoop or a tablespoon, grab a small amount of the mix and press it between your fingers/hands. Then, roll/shape into a ball. Transfer over a plate and keep going with the rest of the dough (you should end up with about 13 bliss balls).
- Enjoy them right away or transfer them in an airtight container so the balls don't dry.
Video
Notes
- The texture of the peanut butter can vary on the brand, so you might need to add a little water (1-2 tablespoons) when mixing the dough.
- To shape them into balls, press the mix between your fingers/hands to squeeze the ingredients together. The ball falls apart more easily if you just roll it without pressing it together.
- Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.
Sam says
Do you have any Irish food or dessert recipes
Kate says
These sound delicious! I am grain-free and wondering if you think I could substitute the oats with coconut flakes without too much consistency difference?
jessica says
Hi Kate! I think it would work, but you will likely have to add more of the coconut flakes to have a similar consistency... Let me know how they turn out! 😊