Monster Energy Balls have all the peanut butter and M&M goodness of Monster Cookies in a poppable snack that keeps you full longer.
author’s note
The Bite-Sized After-School Hit!
I usually have a plate of warm, chewy chocolate chip cookies waiting for my kids after their first day of school, but this year I decided to mix it up.
Instead of cookies, I made these monster energy balls. My boys are obsessed with monster cookies and love energy bites, so I figured… why not combine the two? They are quick to make, easy to grab, and keep them full until dinner.
The boys came through the door, dropped their backpacks, and were all smiles when they saw the plate. Safe to say, this new after-school snack is here to stay.
Quick Tip
For gluten-free Monster Energy Balls: While the ingredients in these balls are naturally gluten-free, make sure to check all the ingredient labels to verify they weren’t processed in a facility with gluten.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swaps & Tips |
|---|---|
| Quick Oats | Old-fashioned oats will work, but the texture will be chewier. |
| Peanut Butter | Other nut butters can be used, but some are drier. If the mix crumbles, add more nut butter 1–2 tablespoons at a time. |
| Honey | Maple syrup works well. If the mix feels sticky, add a few extra oats. |
| Mini Chocolate Chips | Chopped dark chocolate gives a richer flavor in these monster energy balls. |
| M&M Minis (Baking Bits) | Swap with chopped nuts, toffee bits, coconut flakes, or dried fruit. |
Storage
Enjoy a few monster energy balls right away. Store the rest in the fridge for the week or freeze extras.
- To freeze: Freeze on a lined tray until firm, then transfer to an airtight bag. Keeps up to 6 months.
To thaw: Let sit 15 to 30 minutes or microwave 10 to 15 seconds. Also great slightly frozen.
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Monster Energy Balls
Equipment
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
Ingredients
- 3 cups quick oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter I love Skippy
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt see note 1
- 1/2 cup miniature M&M’s
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a very large bowl. Using a hand mixer on low speed, beat until a thick mixture is formed. (Or do this in a stand mixer.) See note 2.
- Use a 1-tablespoon measuring spoon or 1-1/2 tablespoon cookie scoop to portion out the dough and tightly roll into balls (see note 3). Once rolled, place in the fridge (on a parchment paper-lined plate or tray so they don’t stick) to firm up for about 30 mins to an hour, then transfer to an airtight container.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Variations
Monster Energy Balls are easy to customize as long as the mix sticks together.
- Swap the nut butter: Other nut butters can be drier. If the mix is crumbly, add more 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time.
- Change the chocolate: Use chopped chocolate or swap the chips and M&Ms for nuts, craisins, toffee bits, or coconut.
I just made these and I’m in heaven. I’m trying to lose weight but have a massive sweet tooth I really need to get better at managing. These were easy to make and I didn’t feel any guilt for indulging in one or two. No changes needed to the recipe, though I might try a different type of honey because the one I keep on hand tastes a bit too flowery for these. I got about 40 balls from this recipe and will be making these a staple to stave off the sweets!
Ahh I am so thrilled to hear how much you love these! Thanks Amanda! 🙂
Love these!!! Easy to make
So glad to hear that! 🙂 Thanks Heidi!