No Bake Oatmeal Energy Balls - What's Gaby Cooking (2024)

FAQs

Can you eat raw oats in energy balls? ›

Sure can! Oats are completely fine to eat raw. They add a chewy texture to the energy balls and the peanut butter and honey will slightly soften them the longer they sit.

Energy balls will last a few days at room temperature. To make them last longer, store in fridge. Can I Make Energy Balls Without the Sweetener? The stickiness of the maple syrup or honey is not just for a touch of sweetness, but also essential to binding together the ingredients.

These 4-ingredient protein balls have about 128 calories so you should only eat 2 of these as part of a healthy amount of calories and fat. Keep in mind that you need to consider all the foods consumed in a day and keep it within the acceptable range for your height and weight.

Cooked oats might be easier to digest for some, as cooking helps break down the starch they contain. However, neither way to eat oats is better or worse. How you choose to eat them—either raw or cooked—comes down to personal preference.

The Benefits and Best Time to Eat an Energy Ball

They can also act as a replenishing snack after the gym, this is mainly due to the protein that helps repair your muscles after a vigorous workout. Snacking between meals is a big contributor to weight gain, especially when we grab something that's quick and unhealthy.

Do they spoil? Will I get sick? We do not advise eating your protein bites after the recommended one week, but you won't get sick if you do. If bites are held outside of a refrigerated space (longer than 5 days) or hot warm temperatures for a prolonged period of time (48 hours) this can cause the bites to mold.

There are 116 calories in 1 ball Energy Balls. * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet.

Yes, you can safely eat raw oats in all forms (rolled oats, steel cut oats, instant oats). However, there is a possibility that consuming raw, uncooked rolled oats can lead to digestive problems, including bloating, gas, and diarrhea in certain individuals.

Raw oats are fine to put in a protein shake if you want and have no digestion issues, but taste may be best when soaked in water, milk, or juice first. And keep in mind that if you want to eat raw oats, it is better to choose rolled oats that have been steamed and are safer to eat.

If you are using rolled or instant oats, then, yes, it is OK to put raw oats in your smoothie. These types of oat have been pre-cooked already via light steaming and toasting. On the other hand, whole oats need to be cooked for 20-30 minutes first before adding them unless you want hard bits of oats in your drink.

Why do bodybuilders eat raw oats? ›

Uncooked oats are a convenient and versatile source of carbohydrates and fiber, which can provide sustained energy for intense workouts and aid in digestion and nutrient absorption.