Peanut Butter Quinoatrail Mix Balls
Fuel your day with these irresistible Peanut Butter Quinoa Trail Mix Balls, a no-bake snack that's bursting with flavor and nutrition! Packed with protein-rich quinoa, creamy peanut butter, sweet honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist), and a hearty blend of rolled oats, chia seeds, and dried cranberries, these energy bites are as wholesome as they are satisfying. Mini chocolate chips and shredded coconut add a touch of indulgence, while a pinch of salt and vanilla extract round out the flavor. Perfect for meal prep, these easy-to-make bites require minimal effort and deliver maximum convenience—ideal for busy mornings, afternoon pick-me-ups, or on-the-go snacking. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no baking required, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy snack brimming with texture and taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 0.25 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries (or other dried fruit, chopped)
- 0.25 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine mesh strainer to remove its natural bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, add the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa absorbs all the water.
Remove the cooked quinoa from heat, fluff with a fork, and allow it to cool completely. Spread it out on a baking sheet for faster cooling, if needed.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), rolled oats, chia seeds, mini chocolate chips, dried cranberries, shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and salt.
Mix well using a spatula or clean hands until the ingredients are thoroughly combined. The mixture should be sticky enough to hold together. If it’s too dry, add a little more peanut butter or honey, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Scoop out about 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a compact ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used up.
Place the trail mix balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm them up before serving.
Store the trail mix balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.7 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.9 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2831 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 279.4 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.3 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 113.7 g | ||
| Protein | 96.4 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2048 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
