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Easy No-Bake Monster Cookie Energy Balls Recipe for Healthy Lunchboxes

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These no-bake monster cookie energy balls are a quick, chewy, and delicious snack perfect for lunchboxes. Made with simple pantry staples, they combine nostalgic cookie flavors with wholesome ingredients for a healthy treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (90g / 3.2 oz)
  • 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter (125g / 4.4 oz)
  • 1/4 cup honey (85g / 3 oz)
  • 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (60g / 2.1 oz)
  • 1/3 cup mini M&Ms (60g / 2.1 oz)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
  • Optional: 1/3 cup shredded coconut (30g / 1 oz)

Instructions

  1. Combine oats, cinnamon, and salt in a mixing bowl until evenly mixed.
  2. Add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract; mix with a spoon or spatula until sticky dough forms (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Fold in mini chocolate chips and mini M&Ms gently but thoroughly.
  4. If using, add chia seeds or flaxseed meal and stir until combined.
  5. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
  6. Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15g / 0.5 oz) of dough and roll into balls; repeat until all mixture is used (makes about 15-18 balls).
  7. Place the balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for another 20 minutes to set.
  8. Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

If the mixture is too dry, add more peanut butter or a splash of milk. If too sticky, add more oats. Wet hands slightly when rolling to prevent sticking. Chill before rolling to help the balls hold shape. Store in the fridge up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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