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A top-down view of finished no-bake energy bites made with creamy cashew butter, oats, flaxseed, and mini chocolate chips. The bites are perfectly round and arranged on a white ceramic plate, highlighting their chewy texture and speckled chocolate chips. The clean, white marble background enhances the wholesome and homemade look of this protein-rich snack.

Lactation Balls Recipe

These no-bake lactation balls are soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened, packed with milk-boosting ingredients like flaxseed and brewer’s yeast—perfect for busy moms needing a nourishing, satisfying snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creamy natural nut or seed butter I used homemade cashew butter
  • 1/3 cup raw honey or brown rice syrup or maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats gluten-free as needed
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
  • 3 tablespoons brewer's yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1-2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or avocado oil
  • 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips dairy-free if needed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula or Spoon
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Baking sheet or plate (for shaping and setting balls)
  • Refrigerator (for chilling)

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix nut or seed butter with honey (or syrup) until smooth.
  2. Add oats, ground flaxseed, brewer’s yeast, and cinnamon to the bowl.
  3. Pour in the melted coconut oil and stir until fully combined.
    A stream of melted coconut oil is being poured into the bowl containing oats, flaxseed, cashew butter, and other dry ingredients. The white silicone spatula is mid-stir, working the oil evenly into the mixture. A small bowl with leftover oil and clean utensils are arranged on the white marble surface, capturing the moment of blending everything into a moist, workable dough.
  4. Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently.
    Mini dairy-free chocolate chips are being gently folded into the sticky oat and cashew butter mixture with a white silicone spatula. The chips are clearly visible against the textured dough. The clean white marble background and minimal setup allow the viewer to focus on the incorporation of the final sweet ingredient that gives these bites their delicious pop of flavor.
  5. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands.
    Hands are shown shaping the oat and chocolate chip mixture into 1-inch round energy bites. A few finished bites rest on a white ceramic plate, and the mixing bowl with leftover dough is visible in the background. The white marble countertop adds to the minimal, clean vibe, spotlighting the simple beauty of the homemade snack creation process.
  6. Place the balls on a plate or baking sheet.
    A white ceramic plate on a white marble surface holds several round, uniform energy bites lined up neatly. The chocolate chips and oats in each bite are visibly embedded, and the surface of each ball looks slightly moist and sticky. This step shows the preparation for chilling, with a focus on presentation and portion control.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  8. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
    A top-down view of finished no-bake energy bites made with creamy cashew butter, oats, flaxseed, and mini chocolate chips. The bites are perfectly round and arranged on a white ceramic plate, highlighting their chewy texture and speckled chocolate chips. The clean, white marble background enhances the wholesome and homemade look of this protein-rich snack.