Monster Cookie Energy Balls
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4.7
Monster Cookie Energy Balls
Description
Monster Cookie Energy Balls are small no-bake snacks that blend natural creamy peanut butter with honey and vanilla extract to create a smooth base. Rolled oats and protein powder add heartiness and texture, while mini chocolate chips and mini M&M’s provide sweetness and slight crunch. The mixture is combined and rolled into tablespoon-sized balls, firmed by refrigeration. These energy balls hold their shape well and provide a chewy, sweet bite.
The peanut butter and honey act as binding agents, making the mixture sticky enough to form into balls without additional baking. Flaky sea salt can be sprinkled on top to balance sweetness and enhance flavor. They are convenient to store covered in the fridge for up to two weeks, making them handy for snacks or light energy boosts throughout the day.
This recipe benefits from using creamy, natural peanut butter; thicker varieties may require a small amount of water to help with consistency. Mini versions of chocolate chips and M&M’s are preferred to distribute evenly throughout each ball.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter natural, creamy
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup rolled oats old fashioned
- 1 protein powder
- Pinch sea salt flaky
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons mini M&M’s candy
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir with a spatula until smooth.
- Add the oats, protein powder, and sea salt; stir until well combined. If the mixture is a little dry, you can add 1 to 2 teaspoons of water. Stir in the chocolate chips and M&M’s.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 tablespoon per ball. You can also use a cookie scoop to form the balls.
- You can sprinkle the tops with a little flaky sea salt, if desired. Place in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Use creamy, natural peanut butter for the best texture; add a teaspoon or two of water if the mixture feels too dry.
- Mini chocolate chips and mini M&M’s are ideal, but regular size can be used if needed.
- This recipe can easily be doubled to make a larger batch.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 142 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 142kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 89mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 13IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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