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Quick Easy Energy Oatmeal Balls

Quick Easy Energy Oatmeal Balls

Your go-to for a simple, healthy snack that fuels your day. These delightful bites are packed with wholesome ingredients, making them perfect for busy mornings, afternoon pick-me-ups, or pre/post-workout fuel.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Snack
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned oats are best
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter or your favorite nut/seed butter
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup adjust to your sweetness preference
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips optional, but highly recommended!
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt

Equipment

  • Medium-sized mixing bowl
  • Sturdy spoon or spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the creamy peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir these ingredients together until they are well combined and form a smooth, cohesive mixture. This forms the sticky base that will bind all the other ingredients together.
    1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  2. To the bowl containing the wet ingredients, add the rolled oats, mini chocolate chips (if using), chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Ensure you're using rolled oats, not instant oats, as instant oats can make the balls too mushy. The chia seeds add a nutritional boost and a subtle texture.
    1 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, Pinch salt
  3. Using a sturdy spoon or spatula, mix all the ingredients together until everything is evenly distributed. Make sure there are no dry pockets of oats and that the chocolate chips and chia seeds are spread throughout the mixture. This step is crucial for ensuring each ball has the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
  4. If your mixture seems a bit too sticky to roll, cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for about 15-30 minutes. Chilling the mixture makes it firmer and much easier to handle and roll into balls. This is a helpful tip if you're finding the dough a little too soft.
  5. Once the mixture is firm enough to handle, scoop out about one tablespoon of the mixture at a time. Roll the mixture firmly between your palms to form small, compact balls. If the dough is still sticking to your hands, you can lightly dampen your hands with water or lightly coat them with a neutral oil.
  6. Your Quick Easy Energy Oatmeal Balls are ready to be enjoyed immediately! If you plan to store them, place them in an airtight container. For best results and to maintain their shape, it's recommended to let them set in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before consuming or storing.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Can be frozen for up to three months.