Almond Butter Energy Balls

These are so good!! (I add a splash of vanilla; is good with peanut butter instead of almond butter too)

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips dairy free if you’re vegan

1 cup old fashioned oats

1/2 cup flax meal

1 tablespoon chia seeds

2/3 cup almond butter

5 tablespoons pure maple syrup same as 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon