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!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

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

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine mesh strainer to remove its natural bitterness.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Place the trail mix balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.

Step 8

Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm them up before serving.

Step 9

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

Serving size	(630.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2787.5

Total Fat 158.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2831.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 279.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.3g	0%
Total Sugars 113.7g
Protein 96.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 343.1mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 2048.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.7%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 38.1%