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    Mini M&Ms Energy Balls

    Published: Oct 5, 2021 · Modified: Mar 10, 2022 by Ashley Havecker

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    Packed with oats, flaxseeds, and peanut butter, these no-bake M&Ms energy balls can be a great healthy snack to whip up when you’re hit by a hunger pang. 

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    • What Else Can I Add-In?
    • How Do I Store These Mini M&Ms Energy Balls?
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    Mini M&Ms Energy Balls

    There are some days when I’m just craving to dig into a little snack between my meals, and then, when I do, I end up feeling guilty for all those extra calories. I’m sure I’m not alone. 

    And for those days, I recently made myself a batch of these mini M&M energy balls. They are just what they sound like- a mix of healthy ingredients and a sneaky little addition of my favorite M&Ms thrown in. 

    Needless to say, they have become my absolute favorite! Want to give it a try too? Here’s what you need to know before you do. 

    What Else Can I Add-In?

    These M&M energy balls are super versatile. I’ve just relied on a few of my favorite ingredients, but feel free to tweak them around a bit and add in your own favorites based on your preference. Here are a few good possible additions you can consider. 

    • Coconut flakes
    • Semisweet chocolate chips
    • Protein powder 
    • Chia seeds 
    • Pumpkin seeds
    • Sunflower seeds
    • Dried berries 
    • Raisins 
    • Chopped almonds
    • Crushed walnuts 
    • Date puree 

    You can also swap the peanut butter for any nut butter of your choice. To sweeten the energy balls, you can replace the honey with some maple syrup too. 

    How Do I Store These Mini M&Ms Energy Balls?

    These energy balls are the perfect make and store kind of recipe. You can make them in a batch, just like I did, and then refrigerate them for later. Just transfer them to an airtight container or a Ziploc bag and refrigerate them for up to a week. 

    Tips & Tricks to Nail the M&Ms Energy Balls

    Ready to get started with this easy recipe? Here are a few cool tips and tricks to get you going. 

    • If you’re trying out this recipe with some other ingredients, remember that you will need four ingredients to put these energy balls together- oats, nut butter, some mix-ins, and a sticky syrup to bind it all. 
    • If you’re adding in some more mix-ins to this recipe, you might want to adjust the amount of the nut butter and sweetener you’re adding in so that you get those perfect balls. 
    • Don’t forget to add in the vanilla extract. It may not seem like a lot, but it adds in a ton of flavor! 

    Serving Ideas & Suggestions

    Whipped up your own batch of these delicious energy balls? Here’s how you can serve them right. 

    • The beauty of these energy balls is that they need absolutely no effort to put together and serve. You can grab them and enjoy them just like that. They are kid-friendly too! 
    • If you’re looking to make it a healthy snack to serve to your kiddos, you can team them up with a glass of milk too! 
    • If you’re making them for a few friends coming over, you can place individual energy balls in cupcake liners, and serve them that way too! 

    Loved this easy and healthy recipe? Looking for some more such recipes to try out? Here are my recent favorites! 

    • Almond and Coconut Bliss Granola Bars
    • Whole Wheat Blueberry Muffins
    • Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

    Mini M&Ms Energy Balls

    These No-Bake M&M Energy Bites are easy to make bite-sized snacks made with oats, M&M’s, peanut butter, and honey. They make the perfect after-school snack or afternoon energy-booster!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Rest Time 3 hrs
    Total Time 3 hrs 10 mins
    Course Breakfast, Cookies, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 dozen

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ½ c quick oats
    • ½ c creamy peanut butter
    • ¼ c honey
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 2 tbsp flax seeds
    • ½ c mini M&Ms

    Instructions
     

    • Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Stir well until completely combined.
      All Ingredients
    • Refrigerate for one hour.
      Combine all ingredients in bowl
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
      Baking Sheet with Parchment Paper
    • Use a cookie scoop to gather mixture, and drop spoonfuls onto the parchment paper lined baking sheet.
      Cookie Sized Balls
    • Freeze for 2 hours, remove and store in an airtight container.
      Mini M&Ms Energy Balls
    Keyword M&M Energy Balls, Monster Cookies
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    About Ashley Havecker

    My name is Ashley Havecker. I'm a self-taught cook with decades of experience. It's a bonding experience when family and friends can gather together for a meal. This simple yet powerful bonding is why I’ve built Saving Mealtime to make mealtime more convenient and a precious time of day.

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