Description
Easy, no-bake peanut butter oatmeal energy balls packed with healthy ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and chia seeds. A perfect quick breakfast, snack, or healthy dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats (not instant)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (natural or regular)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional, for added nutrients)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional, for flavor and texture)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (mini or regular, your preference!)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
- Pinch of salt (to enhance the flavors)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy, if needed to bind)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, chia seeds (if using), shredded coconut (if using), chocolate chips, vanilla extract, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- Mix well with a sturdy spoon or spatula. If the mixture is too dry, add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until it comes together.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight) to allow the oats to soften and the mixture to firm up.
- Roll and Finish: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove the mixture from the refrigerator.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using a cookie scoop or your hands.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet.
- (Optional) Roll the balls in additional toppings like shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or cocoa powder.
- Store and Serve: Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to 2-3 months.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the mixture.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking.
- Use a good quality peanut butter.
- Chill the mixture before rolling.
- Use a cookie scoop to make uniform balls.
- Store the oatmeal balls in an airtight container.
- Freeze the oatmeal balls for longer storage.
- Get creative with your toppings and mix-ins.
- Make them vegan. Use maple syrup instead of honey and a plant-based milk.
- Make them gluten-free. Ensure your rolled oats are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes