Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Bliss Balls -

Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Bliss Balls

Protein and fiber-rich protein balls that are fun to make and fun to eat with allergy-friendly options.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 15 minute recipe, allergy-friendly, chocolate chips, corn-free, dairy-free, energy balls, gluten-free, healthy no bake energy balls snacks protein, healthy snacks, peanut butter bliss balls, vegan

Servings: Balls

Calories: 124kcal

Ingredients

1 cup peanut butter ~ use appropriate alternatives for special diets
½ cup honey or agave
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 ½ cups old-fashioned gluten-free oats ~ see options in notes
1/3 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips ~ I used Enjoy Life Allergy-Friendly
1/3 cup mini M&Ms if appropriate for special diets ~ see alternatives in notes

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl add peanut butter, honey or agave, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
Stir in oats, chocolate chips, and M&Ms or other options. Mix to completely combine. Use your hands if needed.
Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper. Use a small cookie scoop or about 1 1/2 Tbsp of the mixture to form balls. I used gloves and had no problem with them being too sticky to handle. If needed chill dough to reduce stickiness.
Serve peanut butter balls at room temperature or chilled. Store covered in the refrigerator or in the freezer for longer storage.

Notes

Add-in options:
~ raisins
~ dried blueberries or cranberries
~ butterscotch baking chips ~ contain dairy
~ vanilla baking chips ~ contain dairy
~ peanut butter baking chips ~ peanuts and dairy
~ coconut
~ Davis Chocolate Peanut Butter Chips are soy, dairy, egg, and gluten-free.
~ Enjoy Life Semi-Sweet Mini Chocolate Chips are my favorite allergy-friendly products I use all the time.

Substitutions If Needed For Special Diets:
1. Substitute any nut butter for the peanut butter or SunButter for nut-free diets if allowed.
2. Agave could be substituted for honey if you follow a vegan diet.
3. Regular old-fashioned oats of course for those of you who are not gluten-free. You can even substitute quinoa flakes or quick-cooking oats for part or all of the oats. I've done this quite a few times when making energy balls.

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