No bake peanut butter oatmeal energy balls - a quick, simple, make-ahead snack perfect to make with kids. An ideal after-school treat or a healthy alternative to store-bought highly processed snacks.
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These tasty little oatmeal energy balls are packed with fiber, nutrients, healthy fats and a bit of protein. A truly guilt-free treat for kids, with no refined sugar.
Nothing could be as easy as these no-bake energy balls to make with kids. It's not only the best way to keep the young brains and little hands occupied, but also to minimise the screentime.
Ingredients
1 cup = 250ml ; 1tbsp = 15ml
Rolled oats: 1 cup
Peanut butter: ½ cup
Mini chocolate chips: ¼ cup
Maple syrup: 2 tbsp
Vanilla extract: ½ tsp
Sea salt: a pinch
Instructions
In a large bowl, add all the ingredients mentioned above.
Now, using a wooden spoon, stir all the ingredients together until well combined.
Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Take a small handful of the mixture, roll it into small 1 to 2-inch balls, and place them on the baking sheet.
Refrigerate the bites for 30 minutes or until solid. Healthy no bake peanut butter oatmeal energy balls are ready to enjoy.
Substitutions and Variations
Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats.
Sweetener: You can substitute maple syrup with agave nectar or date syrup.
Nuts: Try almonds, pecans, walnuts, peanuts for a crunch.
Storage
These peanut butter energy balls stay fresh for up to 10 days if stored properly in an airtight container in the fridge.
Freeze them for a longer shelf life. Place the tray with oatmeal peanut butter energy balls in the freezer for 2-3 hours or until they harden. Take the tray out of the freezer, transfer the balls into a freezer-friendly container or zip lock bags and store in the freezer.
Use these energy bites up within 3 months. Ensure to thaw them well in the fridge overnight before you plan to eat.
Tips and Tricks
Too Dry: If the oat mixture is too dry, add a few tablespoons of coconut oil or water and stir until well combined. Add 1-2 tablespoons at a time and add more if required while stirring the mixture.
Too Wet: If the mixture is too wet to make the balls, add oats.
Peanut Butter: Make sure the peanut butter has a bit runny consistency. If it's thick, place it in a heatproof bowl and microwave for a minute, stirring in between to loosen it a bit.
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No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Energy Balls
Ingredients
1 Cup = 250ml ; 1 Tablespoon = 15ml ; 1 Teaspoon = 5ml
- 1 Cup Rolled Oats
- ½ Cup Peanut Butter
- ¼ Cup Mini Chocolate Chips
- 2 Tablespoon Maple Syrup
- ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Sea Salt a pinch
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add all the ingredients.1 Cup Rolled Oats, ½ Cup Peanut Butter, ¼ Cup Mini Chocolate Chips, 2 Tablespoon Maple Syrup, ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract, Sea Salt
- Now using wooden spoon stir all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Take small handful of mixture, roll them into small 1 to inch size balls and place them on the baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the bites for 30 minutes or until solid. Healthy cookie bites are ready to enjoy.
Notes
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Amanda W. says
My 2- year- olds daughter had so much fun making these ants wouldn't stop eating them after we were done. Thanks for sharing it on my blog, simplisticmomma.com!
Geetha Priyanka says
Awww!!! that's so good to know. I can imagine how your daughter would have enjoyed them. Thanks much for giving me an opportunity to share this recipe on your blog and for trying them too...
Brandie says
Super easy!!!
Ruchi says
What a healthy snack option. Beautifully explained. . Love it . Kids will definitely enjoy making and eating both.
Geetha Priyanka says
Absolutely Ruchi.....
Ntensibe Edgar Michael says
Wow....quite nice and innovative! Thanks for sharing.
Vaibhav Mehta says
Good that you have provided me and others a healthy snack option to avoid the junk food that we keep indulging in!
Audrey Lee says
Oh this is cute! I might try it out!
Geetha Priyanka says
I would love to know how it turned out Audrey...
Desiree says
All of these recipe's look super fun. My oldest is a good eater. I still struggle to get my 6 yr old to expand his pallet. I may have to try some of these with him as well as the book. Love it, thank you for sharing
Geetha Priyanka says
I am glad you found this post useful...
Ashley says
These look amazing! And super easy! I will definitely be giving these a try!
Geetha Priyanka says
Kindly do try. I would love to know how it turned out.
Lauren says
Those look so yummy and perfect for the kids to make!
Geetha Priyanka says
Indeed this is the best way to engage them in cooking....
Tammy Staley says
Great recipe I am sure my boys will love there! Thanks for sharing!
Geetha Priyanka says
I am sure your boys will enjoy!!!!
audrey says
I like that your daughter, Samyuktha (Samyu) is a true little chef and you feel that she is a trusty kitchen helper.
Michelle Frank | Flipped-Out Food says
How wonderful that you cook with your kids: it sounds as though this cookbook is the perfect catalyst! I'm going to make up a batch of these with my youngest: we need exactly this kind of snack around the house now that school has started. Thanks for sharing on #cookblogshare!
Geetha Priyanka says
I am sure the kiddo enjoy making these treats with you Michelle. Happy Cooking.
Preethi's Cuisine says
Love your cute little chef and her wonderful cookie. The kids are so talented these days. Fantastic little chef.
Geetha Priyanka says
Thanks a lot Preethi. So true this generation kids are so talented and clever.
Jayashree says
These are lovely cookies for kids to make by themselves. Tasty and healthy too.
Avin says
Beautiful pics, love the recipe simple and kid friendly. ????
Geetha Priyanka says
Thank you.
Malini says
Wow. These bites are awesome and certainly very healthy too. I loved the way you engaged your daughter with cooking. It's so nice to see. I can feel her excitement, she truly enjoyed it. Keep rocking 🙂
Geetha Priyanka says
Thanks a lot Malini. Such kind words really motivates her to involve in cooking.
code2cook says
I loved this book so much. written beautifully and perfect for kids to document their experiences. A must have book for sure.
Geetha Priyanka says
Glad to know you liked the book.
Pavani says
wow, such a healthy and delicious snack for kids.Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Sasmita Sahoo Samanta says
These cookie bites look and sound delicious ....... Really such a great recipe for kids to make by themselves. !!!!
Ritu Tangri says
Kids will certainly enjoy making these easy peasy oats cookies . I'm sure other recipes in the book must be equally interesting
Geetha Priyanka says
Yes Ritu all the recipes are very interesting and amazing images and jokes make the kids engage and enjoy making them.
Vanitha Bhat says
A super easy and super healthy recipe for budding cooks to make; I am sure your daughter loved making these!! She will turn out to be a great chef like you!!! They look so beautiful and tempting; guilt free too! Awesome!!
Geetha Priyanka says
Thanks for your kind words Vanitha. She indeed enjoyed making them and now waiting eagerly to try next dish...
Mildly Indian says
This is a super cool recipe. our holidays are coming up so I will love to try this in a week
Geetha Priyanka says
I would love to know how it turned out.
Soma Mukherjee says
Such a healthy and easy recipe for keeping the tiny tots busy and happy, I am sure my son would love to make these will try with him this weekend.
Geetha Priyanka says
I hope you and your son enjoy making these healthy treat. Happy Cooking
Nandita Gupta says
Oatmeal cookie bites sounds and looks perfect! I love such no cook recipes and always on a lookout for them
Ashima says
So easy and looks like so much fun to do with kids. I am always looking for recipes to engage kids in cooking and this is perfect!
Thank you for sharing!
Geetha Priyanka says
I am glad to know this recipe is useful to involve your kiddos in cooking. Happy cooking
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
These bites look fantastic! Love easy recipes like this, no-bake is an added bonus! I love to involve my son for such recipes too 🙂
Geetha Priyanka says
I am sure your son would love to make this.
Priya Suresh says
Would love to grab some and munch them rite now, how delicious those cookie bites looks. Just prefect to please my sweet cravings. Well done..
Poonam Bachhav says
My son loves peanut butter and paired with choco chips and oats these no bake bites sound so healthy and i am sure will be treat for him! Perfect snack for all ages and great way to involve kids in fun cooking !
Jacqueline Debono says
Such a great recipe for kids to make themselves and the cookie bites look and sound delicious too! I don't have young kids at home but I think that book would make a great present for those who do!
Geetha Priyanka says
Yes, it would be a great present for people with young kids....
Nikole says
My daughter is looking forward to making these for her volleyball snack! Thank you!
Geetha Priyanka says
That's so good know Nikole. I hope your daughter enjoy making them. Happy Cooking.
Stephanie Kay says
I try this recipe at home, Our all family members love it. It is a very good experience for us. We all love it to cook this recipe again & again.
Geetha Priyanka says
Stephanie glad to know you and your family members enjoyed these little energy balls.
Jagruti Dhanecha says
Let alone kids, I would gobble down a couple if had a chance 🙂 Easy and healthy recipe for kids and for them to enjoy making it.
Geetha Priyanka says
Jagruti even I had the same thought in my mind while helping my daughter to make them. I am lucky enough as my little chef offered me even before I asked her.
Beth says
It's so great to get the kids in to the kitchen early! It really gets them eating the right things if they have a prat of cooking it!
Geetha Priyanka says
Absolutely true Beth.
Lathiya says
The oats and chocolate chip cookie bites looks so delicious...perfect way to get kids engaged and have some healthy snacks
Geetha Priyanka says
So true Lathiya.