Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
These simple and no bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls take less than 10 minutes to make and are full of hearty oats, peanut butter, chocolate chips and a handful of other ingredients. Easy to customize and super kid friendly, this recipe is the fuel you will love to energize you throughout the day!
Servings: 15 bites (approx)
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats regular or gluten free
- ½ cup natural creamy peanut butter almond butter will work if you have a peanut allergy
- ½ cup flaxmeal
- 2 Tbsp 100% pure maple syrup
- 2-3 Tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼-⅓ cup chocolate chips
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- optional add ins: shredded coconut, dried cranberries, chopped nuts, etc.
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients except the chocolate chips in a medium bowl. Stir well to combine.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- For easy rolling, freeze the mixture for 10-20 minutes before rolling into balls. It makes it so much easier to form.
- Roll into 1 1/2 to 2 inch, bite sized balls, or whatever size you like best. Enjoy!
Notes
If the mixture doesn't seem thick of sturdy enough, add another 1/4 cup of oats or so. Different peanut butters can alter the thickness of the recipe.
I typically use creamy, natural peanut butter--the kind you have to stir. I find this kind of peanut butter to be the best for recipes like this. It is so much easier to stir and incorporate into the mixture.
Storage: For best results, store these no bake peanut butter oatmeal balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. I like to let them sit out for about 10 minutes or so to come to room temperature before eating. To freeze, place in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw on the counter or defrost in the microwave in 10-15 second increments.
Nutrition
Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 125mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg