Description
Delicious no-bake peanut butter oatmeal balls that are perfect for a healthy snack or pre-workout energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup (190g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup (60ml) maple syrup or honey
- 1 3/4 cup (150g) old fashioned oats
- Optional: 1/4 cup (45g) mini chocolate chips or mini M&Ms
Instructions
- Scoop & Roll Mixture: Start by scooping out the dough into small balls. Roll each scoop gently in your palms until they are nice and round, feeling a bit sticky but firm. This step is key for a consistent size. If you find the mixture sticking too much, it might help to chill it for a few minutes first.
- Chill for Firmness: Pop the rolled balls into the fridge for about 10 minutes to firm up. You will notice they feel more solid to the touch when you pull them out. Chilling helps them hold their shape, so they do not fall apart. Just do not forget about them in there!
- Store & Enjoy: After chilling, place your balls in an airtight container. They should last nicely in the fridge for a week, ready whenever you need a quick snack. Trust me, sharing with family is nice, but you might want to keep a stash for yourself!
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy. They can last up to a week when stored properly.
- Expert Tips: If the mixture feels too sticky, a quick chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes can make rolling the balls much easier.
- When the balls seem crumbly, adding a little more peanut butter or honey can help bind everything together securely.
- If you are looking for a touch more sweetness, increasing the honey slightly or mixing in chocolate chips can really satisfy that sweet tooth.
- For a firmer texture, refrigerating the balls for a while before serving makes them a bit easier to handle and more enjoyable to eat.
- When preparing these snacks for family with gluten allergies, always double-check that all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 83
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 43mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: Not specified