How to make the best energy balls + 10 delicious flavors

Energy balls are a perfect snack to fuel you up for your day. They are made with simple, nutritious ingredients, such as nut butter and oats, whilst being fast and easy to make. They also need a binding power, like honey, and then it's up to you what you put in there. The possibilities are endless!

But there's a secret formula which will guarantee the best results.

Let's say the quantity of oats is x. Then the rule of thumb goes like this:

1/2 x nut butter + 1 x oats + 1/4 x sticky sweetener = the best energy balls you'll ever make

So, for every 1 cup of oats, there will be 1/2 cup of nut butter and 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup (or any sticky sweetener). Easy, isn't it?

Even better, use crunchy oats instead of regular ones - they can be found in supermarkets at a reasonable price. This will give you a chill, crunchy sweet treat for you to enjoy any time of the day!

But what do you do after making the base?

Besides the classic peanut butter + chocolate combo (which never gets old or boring), there are a gazillion of other tasty add-ins you can try. Here are a few of them:

1. Coconut + dried figs + cinnamon  

2. White chocolate chips + cranberries  

3. Pistachios + cherries  

4. Apricots + ginger + lavender flowers 

5. Lemon zest + lemon juice + dried blueberries + chia seeds  

6. Shredded carrot + coconut + raisins  

7. Cocoa powder + orange zest + orange juice + rum essence

8. Hazelnuts + cocoa powder + instant coffee powder   

9. Dried strawberries + cashews  

10. Pomegranate seeds + pistachios + cardamom