– quick oats – creamy peanut butter – honey – vanilla extract – mini chocolate chips – mini m&m's
Add all ingredients into a mixing bowl.
Shape into balls, about 1" in size, and place on a plate or Tupperware type container.
You can eat right away OR refrigerate for about 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving.
Store energy balls in a covered container in the fridge.
DO NOT USE ALL-NATURAL PEANUT BUTTER! – This is my #1 tip. This recipe has such mixed reviews and I am convinced it's because some people try and use the natural peanut butter. Don't do it.
QUICK OATS – Quick oats are a finer texture oat that is more binding. It acts as flour would in a recipe.
I am always on the hunt for healthier after school snacks for my kids. These monster cookie energy balls are just that!
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