S'mores Energy Balls Recipe

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15

Chill Time: 1

Total Time: 1 15

Servings: (1-inch) energy bites

Calories: 78kcal

Author: Becky Hardin

These s’mores energy balls taste just like a campfire treat but come together with simple pantry ingredients and zero baking. They’re kid-friendly, packed with oats and peanut butter, and perfect for busy mornings, after school snacks, or meal prep.

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Equipment

Kitchen Scale (optional)
2-Tablespoon Cookie Portion Scoop (optional)

Ingredients

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats *
½ cup creamy peanut butter **
½ cup graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup honey
½ cup mini chocolate chips
½ cup dehydrated marshmallow bits such as Kraft Jet-Puffed Vanilla Marshmallow Bits***
1 tablespoon chia seeds ****
¼ teaspoon finely ground sea salt

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir well to combine.
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ½ cup creamy peanut butter, ½ cup graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup honey, ½ cup mini chocolate chips, ½ cup dehydrated marshmallow bits, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, ¼ teaspoon finely ground sea salt
Place the mixture in the refrigerator to chill for 1 hour.
Roll the mixture into evenly sized balls and enjoy!

Notes

*Quick oats also work, but they create a denser texture.

**You can use crunchy peanut butter if you prefer, but I don't recommend all-natural, as it tends to turn greasy. Any nut or seed butter will work!

***Unfortunately, regular marshmallows will not work here--they get too soggy. If you can't find marshmallow bits, try dehydrating your own.

****Ground flaxseed or hemp hearts also work well.

Tips:

Make sure the peanut butter is at room temperature so it mixes easily (you can slightly warm it in the microwave if it feels too firm).
If the mixture feels too dry to hold together, add 1-2 teaspoons of honey or peanut butter. If it’s too sticky, sprinkle in another tablespoon of oats or graham crumbs.
You can add 2-4 tablespoons of vanilla protein powder for an extra boost. Add more honey or peanut butter as needed. This makes the bites slightly firmer and cuts the sweetness in a good way.
If you're short on time, you can chill the mixture in the freezer for 15 minutes instead.
To get equal-sized bites, use a cookie scoop. I recommend 2 tablespoons.
Lightly dampen your hands or spray them with cooking spray to prevent sticking while rolling the bites.
One bite makes a great quick snack, but I recommend eating 2 or 3 to get the most benefit.

Make-Ahead: These are great for meal prep. Roll and freeze on a baking sheet first, then transfer to a bag so the bites don’t stick together.

Storage: Store s'mores energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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