No Bake Monster Balls
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These no bake monster balls are a fun snack for adults and kids. They are a blend of peanut butter, oats, honey, M&M’s, and peanut butter chips all rolled into one little ball.
With no baking required, these snacks are quick to whip up and can be enjoyed on the go or as a fun addition to any lunchbox.
These bite-sized treats are not only fun to make, but they are also packed with flavor. Perfect for satisfying those mid-day cravings or as a sweet treat after dinner, these monster balls are sure to become a household favorite in no time.
Please note that oats are naturally gluten-free but can become contaminated during processing so it is important to use certified gluten-free oats if you need this snack to be gluten-free.
Tools to use for this recipe
For this recipe you will need:
- large bowl
- measuring spoons and cups
- airtight storage container for leftovers
- spatula
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
Monster Cookie Ball Ingredients
- old-fashioned oats
- creamy peanut butter
- honey
- peanut butter chips
- some M&M’s or preferred candy
*Use gluten-free oats to keep this recipe gluten-free. M&M’s are gluten-free but are not made in a gluten-free dedicated facility. You can read more about are M&M’s gluten-free?
For a certified gluten-free M&M’s alternative I suggest these:
- YumEarth Choco Yums
- Lily’s Chocolate Dark Chocolate Candy Coated Pieces
- Max Sweets Dark Chocolate YumYums (also sugar-free)
How to Make Monster Balls
Step 1: Gather the ingredients. Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl.
Step 2: Mix. Using a spatula, mix the ingredients until combined.
Step 3: Make into balls. Using a spoon, scoop out about 1-½ tbsp of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat this process for the rest of the mixture and place all of the balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 4: Refrigerate the balls. Place the mixture in the fridge for 35 minutes or until slightly firm.
How to Store No Bake Monster Balls
Store these no bake monster balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. You can make them ahead and place them in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw the monster balls in the fridge overnight before enjoying.
Substitution Ideas
These balls are very customizable. You can use any nut butter including sunflower or almond butter instead of peanut butter.
Instead of using peanut butter chips you can use chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, etc.
You can also use can kind of candy instead of M&M’s.
More gluten free snacks to try
- 4-Ingredient Oatmeal Raisin Balls
- Almond Butter Balls
- Lemon Ginger Bliss Balls
- Pumpkin Protein Balls
- Oat Flour Banana Muffins
If you love snacks, here are more gluten free desserts and gluten free snacks! Make sure to check out my huge collection of gluten free dinner recipes.
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Monster Ball Recipe
Monster Balls
These no bake monster balls are a fun snack for adults and kids. They are a blend of peanut butter, oats, honey, M&M's, and peanut butter chips all rolled into one little ball.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup peanut butter chips
- ¼ cup M&M's or preferred candy
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl. Using a spatula, mix the ingredients until combined.
- Using a spoon, scoop out about 1-½ tbsp of the mixture and roll it into a ball.
- Repeat this process for the rest of the mixture and place all of the balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Place the mixture in the fridge for 35 minutes or until slightly firm.
Notes
- Store these monster balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. You can make them ahead and place them in the freezer for up to 2 months. Defrost in the refrigerator for 24 hours before enjoying.
- Use any nut butter including sunflower or almond butter instead of peanut butter.
- Swap any flavor of chocolate chip for the peanut butter chips if preferred.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
16Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 119Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 48mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 1gSugar: 10gProtein: 3g
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Carol Lovett is the founder of Ditch the Wheat and a Globe and Mail bestselling author of the cookbook, Ditch the Wheat. She has been eating gluten free since 2010. She loves all things food, natural living, and spiritual. She's also a reiki master and crystal healer.
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