Description
These no-bake Chunky Monkey Oatmeal Balls are a wholesome and energizing snack packed with rolled oats, ripe banana, creamy peanut butter, sweet honey, crunchy walnuts, and mini chocolate chips. They require no cooking, making them quick and easy to prepare for meal prep, lunchboxes, or post-workout fuel.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
- ½ cup (125g) peanut butter
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the rolled oats, peanut butter, mashed ripe banana, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir these together until the mixture is well blended and uniform.
- Add Mix-ins: Fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped walnuts gently to distribute them evenly throughout the dough-like mixture without breaking them down too much.
- Chill the Mixture: Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes. This will help it firm up and make it easier to roll into balls.
- Form Balls: Once chilled, remove the mixture and roll it into approximately 12 bite-sized balls, using your hands to shape each into a compact, firm round shape.
- Store Properly: Place the oatmeal balls in an airtight container and keep them refrigerated to maintain freshness. They are ready to enjoy as a quick snack anytime.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter for peanut butter if you prefer a different nut butter flavor.
- These oatmeal balls freeze well and can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months, making them convenient for long-term storage.
- For added nutrition, consider adding chia seeds to the mixture before chilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American Snack
