Oatmeal Energy Balls Snack (Print-Friendly Version)

Quick oatmeal energy balls for a healthy no-bake snack.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats or quick oats
02 - 1/2 cup peanut butter or allergy-friendly substitute
03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey or agave

→ Optional Ingredients

04 - 1 tbsp chia seeds
05 - 1/8 tsp salt
06 - Handful mini chocolate chips or raisins

# How to Prepare:

01 - If the nut butter is not already soft, gently warm it until easy to stir.
02 - In a medium bowl, stir together the oats, chia seeds, and salt.
03 - Add the nut butter and sweetener to the dry ingredients. Stir until evenly combined.
04 - Roll the mixture into balls or press into cookie shapes. Transfer to a container for storage.
05 - Store leftovers in a covered container for up to one week at room temperature, three weeks in the refrigerator, or four months in the freezer.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Readers also really love creamy Lemon Truffles as a similar treat.