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Close-up shot showcases delicious Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls, perfect for a healthy snack.

Perfect Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls

These peanut butter oatmeal balls are the perfect healthy and satisfying snack. They strike a balance between chewy and moist, with a customizable flavor profile thanks to optional add-ins. Refrigeration is key to achieving the perfect texture and preventing crumbly balls.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter creamy or crunchy
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed meal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: chocolate chips
  • Optional: chopped nuts
  • Optional: dried cranberries
  • Optional: shredded coconut

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Mixing Spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Airtight container
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), ground flaxseed meal, vanilla extract, and salt.
  2. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. The mixture should be slightly sticky.
  3. If adding any optional ingredients, fold them in now.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the oats to absorb the moisture and the mixture to firm up.
  5. After chilling, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
  6. Store the peanut butter oatmeal balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey. If the mixture is too dry, add a tablespoon of water or milk at a time until it reaches the desired consistency. If the mixture is too wet, add a tablespoon of rolled oats at a time until it firms up. Feel free to experiment with different nut butters, such as almond butter or cashew butter.