Monster Cookie Energy Balls – A No-Bake Treat You’ll Love!
These Monster Cookie Energy Balls are a no-bake, protein-packed treat that tastes just like classic monster cookies! They’re made with wholesome ingredients, easy to prepare, and perfect for meal prep. Enjoy them as a quick snack, lunchbox treat, or post-workout boost!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 10 minutes + chilling time
- Yield: 16-20 energy balls 1x
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond/cashew butter)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup mini M&Ms
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix the Wet Ingredients – In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Add the Dry Ingredients – Stir in the oats, flaxseed, chocolate chips, M&Ms, and salt. Mix until evenly coated.
- Form into Balls – Scoop out small portions and roll into bite-sized balls. If the mixture is too sticky, chill it for 10 minutes first.
- Chill and Set – Place the energy balls on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Enjoy! – Store in an airtight container and grab one whenever you need a quick snack.
Notes
- If the mixture is too dry, add more peanut butter or honey.
- For a firmer texture, keep them refrigerated.
- To make them nut-free, substitute sunflower seed butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg