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No-Bake Peanut Butter, Oatmeal and Chocolate Chip Energy Balls

Perfect for Summer Snacks at Home or On-the-Go, Great for Lunch Boxes Too!

By Jennifer Hill, Publisher of Macaroni Kid Fremont-Newark-Union City, CA June 19, 2023

Are you looking for a snack that's healthy and tasty for your family? As a mom, I'm always on the hunt for healthy treats. My kids love to snack on treats, of course, but I prefer for them to have something a little healthier when possible. These No-Bake Peanut Butter, Oatmeal and Chocolate Chip Energy Balls are the answer! Plus they are quick and easy to make, I made a batch of 20 balls in about 10 minutes. 

They are a perfect no-bake summer snack. Have them pre-made and ready to go for at home snacking or take them on the go, they're great for lunch boxes as well.


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Jennifer Hill

No-Bake Peanut Butter, Oatmeal and Chocolate Chip Energy Balls

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups oats
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter or other nut butter
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • Optional:  Flax seed, hemp seeds, seeds or nuts 

Directions:

  1. Add all ingredients to a medium bowl and mix until well-combined.
  2. Roll mixture into 1 to 2 inch sized balls and place on a plate or baking sheet.
  3. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm them up.
  4. Watch them disappear! 

Store these in a sealed container in the refrigerator - if you have any left over.

Jennifer Hill is the publisher of Macaroni KID Fremont, Calif.