Oatmeal Cookie Dough Balls
Quick and satisfying oatmeal cookie dough balls that are easy to make and perfect for a nutritious snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter Can substitute with almond butter or cashew butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust based on sweetness preference
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch salt
Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Dairy-free chocolate chips for a vegan option
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed (optional) Adds nutritional boost
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Stir in chocolate chips and ground flaxseed if using.
- Use your hands to form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the cookie dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate the balls for about 30 minutes to set.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Consume at room temperature or lightly thawed for best flavor.