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Oatmeal Peanut Butter Balls

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 22 balls
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups  rolled oats (old-fashioned or quick oats)
  • ¾  cup  creamy peanut butter (natural works fine here)
  • ⅓  cup  honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon  vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons  ground flaxseed (optional but adds nutrition)
  • ¼ cup  mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, stir together peanut butter, honey, and vanilla until smooth. Add oats, flaxseed, and salt. 
  2. If the mixture feels too dry, add a little more peanut butter or honey. 
  3. Fold in the mini chocolate chips if you’re using them. 
  4. Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
  5. Line them up on a parchment-lined tray. 
  6. Once they’re all rolled, place them in the fridge for 20–30 minutes to firm up.

Notes

  • Use natural peanut butter with just peanuts and salt — no added sugar needed.
  • Chill before rolling if the dough feels too sticky.
  • For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or sea salt to enhance flavor.
  • Store them cold for the best chewy texture.