Nut Butter Energy Balls

I’m so excited to share this little recipe with you! I always like to have something easy to eat on the go, as my husband and I are always running around during the weeks. I don’t want us to have just anything though, rather a snack that gives us energy for the next activity. Enter these delicious Energy Balls. I had seen versions of this marketed in grocery stores, so decided to find a way to make my own. Of course, I headed to Pinterest. This is the recipe I found and modified just a bit to fit our needs. My version is below, and I use it time and time again. My husband loves them {a true sign of a successful recipe!}. Enjoy these sweet bites!

Nut Butter Energy Balls

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut
• 1 and 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup nut butter {smooth}
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, plus a little extra

Combine all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and stir together. Scoop the mixture with a small cookie scoop or spoon. Mold in your hands to create a ball {this is a little messy but you’re in the kitchen so no big deal}. Place the formed ball onto parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Note: make sure you’re using a baking sheet that fits into your fridge. Chill in the fridge until set, about an hour. Store in an air-tight container.