Description
These No Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Balls are a quick and easy snack made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, nuts, nut butter, and sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey. Perfect for a healthy treat that requires no baking and can be enjoyed on the go.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nuts (pecans or walnuts preferred)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Process the dry ingredients: Pulse the rolled oats and nuts in a food processor or blender until they break down into small pieces, creating a coarse mixture.
- Mix: In a large bowl, combine the processed oats and nuts with the nut butter, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and mini chocolate chips. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and sticky enough to hold shape.
- Form the balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls, pressing firmly so they hold together.
- Chill: Arrange the balls on a parchment-lined plate or tray, then refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
- Store: Keep the cookie balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze them for up to 3 months for longer storage.
Notes
- You can substitute the nuts with your preferred type, such as almonds or cashews.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Rolling the balls tightly helps them hold their shape better.
- These cookie balls are perfect for meal prep and can be a convenient grab-and-go snack.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey to taste.
