Stir together a few simple pantry staples to make the yummiest no-bake snack or dessert. These Graham Cracker Peanut Butter Balls are bite-size bliss with a distinctly s’mores vibe. Yum.
We like to make these as a make-ahead snack option for the kids, or for a healthy dessert option. Children can often helps stir the batter together and roll up the balls too.
Ingredients You Need
To make this recipe, you need:
▢1 cup rolled oats
▢1/2 cup peanut butter ( or sunflower seed butter; at room temperature)
▢1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
▢1/3 cup honey
▢1/4 cup chocolate chips (chopped up, mini chocolate chips, or dried fruit; optional)
▢2 tablespoons additional graham cracker crumbs (optional)
TIP: We like these with chocolate chips, but dried fruit work too. You can also leave them plain.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here’s a look at how to make this recipe. Scroll down to the bottom of this post for the full information.
Add the ingredients to a medium bowl. Stir.
Stir in the chocolate chips or dried fruit, if using and stir together. (The mixture is thick!)
Using a tablespoon measuring spoon and your hands, shape mixture into balls.
Roll in additional graham cracker crumbs if desired.
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving (this allows the oats to soften.)
TIP: You can coat in additional graham cracker crumbs if desired.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, these are best if they’ve chilled for at least 30 minutes (which helps the oats to soften), but you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Are these the same as Graham Balls?
They have a sort of similar flavor, but they have different ingredients. (Graham Balls usually are made with sweetened condensed milk.)
How can I make these nut-free?
You can swap sunflower seed butter in for the peanut butter if you’d like.
Tips for Making the Best Graham Cracker Peanut Butter Balls
Use smooth, natural-style peanut butter at room temperature.
Use honey at room temperature.
Use mini chocolate chips or chop up regular sized ones for the best distribution of chocolate flavor.
Let chill for 30 minutes before eating so the oats can soften a bit.
Roll balls in additional graham cracker crumbs if you like.
Gluten-free: Use GF graham cracker crumbs if desired.
Nut-free: Use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
Serving: 2balls, Calories: 159kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Sodium: 88mg, Potassium: 126mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 12g, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 14mg, Iron: 1mg
(Thank you: yummytoddlerfood.com)
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