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  • Fuel Your Day: Why These Peanut Butter Energy Balls Are My New Favourite Habit

    Fuel Your Day: Why These Peanut Butter Energy Balls Are My New Favourite Habit

    Let’s be real—we’ve all had those mid-afternoon slumps where the vending machine starts whispering our names. You want something sweet, you want something satisfying, but you also don’t want to crash an hour later.

    That is exactly why I’ve become slightly obsessed with these No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls. They are a total game-changer for healthy snacking.

    Why Your Body Will Love Them

    Beyond just being delicious (and let’s face it, that peanut butter and chocolate combo is a winner), these little bites are actually packed with goodness. Here’s why they deserve a spot in your fridge:

     A Powerhouse of Protein: With about 4.7g of protein per ball, they provide a great little boost to keep you feeling fuller for longer.

     Heart-Healthy Fats: Using creamy natural peanut butter provides healthy monounsaturated fats that support heart health and satiety.

     Fibre-Rich Oats: Porridge oats are a fantastic source of complex carbohydrates, giving you steady, slow-release energy rather than a sugar spike.

     Essential Omega-3s: By adding ground linseed (flaxseed), you’re sneaking in a wonderful plant-based source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which are brilliant for brain and heart health.

    The Best Part? It’s So Easy

    Because there’s no baking involved, these are the ultimate “pantry-raid” snack. You just mix it all together, roll them up, and pop them in the fridge. They’re perfect for busy weeks, pre-gym fuel, or just a quick treat when you need a little pick-me-up.

    Here is the quick-and-easy recipe:

     135g porridge oats

     250g creamy natural peanut butter

     30g ground linseed

     85g honey

     1 tsp vanilla extract

     45g mini chocolate chips

     20g chopped peanuts

     15g unsweetened desiccated coconut

     Pinch of sea salt (optional)

    Just stir everything in a large bowl, roll into 20 balls, and chill for an hour or two. That’s it!

    I love keeping a batch on hand—they last for a week in the fridge, or you can even freeze them for those days when you need a healthy snack in a pinch. Have you tried making energy bites before, or do you have a favourite flavour combo? Let me know in the comments!

    Do you want to see how these look when they’re all finished and ready to eat?

  • “Brave for the Other”

    I’ve written a little children’s story about cats and the enormous benefits of taking one small step, doing one kind thing, and being brave for another.

    It’s called “Brave for the Other”. It’s for ages 4 to 7 and will be available on Gumroad for £7.99. It will be just one of several stories I’ll be creating.

    Here is an illustration of Millie, showing her beautiful colouring: “the colours of autumn leaves”.

    The underlying theme of the book is the value of not just saying, but doing. But there is also immense satisfaction gained from the way people and living animals absorb kindness, and from the gratitude received in return.

    We have realised that the luxury of touch is incredible. Every single day, you have an opportunity to give someone, or something, the chance to remember how you made them feel.

    Millie, “With colourings like Autumn leaves”
    Ruby in his pram
    Moon, “Always sharing the love”
    Carolyn and Lance walking ever day with the fabulous Ruby in his pram.
    Lance and Carolyn, in our “Sanctuary for the misunderstood “