Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Balls: Best Lunchbox Snack
These easy no-bake peanut butter oat lunchbox balls are a quick, healthy snack made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for lunchboxes, they require no oven and come together in just 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 22 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup peanut butter, 1/3 cup honey, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Add 2 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips, and 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (if using). Stir until oats are evenly coated and chocolate chips are distributed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to firm up the mixture.
- Line a baking sheet or large plate with parchment paper.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the mixture and roll into smooth balls (about 20-24 balls). Lightly wet hands to prevent sticking.
- Place the rolled balls on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
If mixture is too dry, add a tablespoon of honey or a splash of milk. If too wet, add another tablespoon of oats. For vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey and dairy-free chocolate chips. For nut-free, substitute sunflower seed butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 85
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
Keywords: no-bake, peanut butter, oat balls, lunchbox snack, energy balls, healthy snack, kid-friendly