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Healthy Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls Recipe

Published: Apr 18, 2020 · by Demeter | Beaming Baker 28 Comments · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls Recipe: a 5 ingredient recipe for healthy oatmeal energy balls packed with nutrients! Easy to make, Vegan, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar-Free.

Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls Recipe: a 5 ingredient recipe for healthy oatmeal energy balls packed with nutrients! Easy to make, Vegan, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar-Free. #EnergyBalls #Vegan #GlutenFree #Healthy | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Sometimes ya just need a ball of cookie dough. And sometimes you need a healthy energy ball. But what happens when you need both? Like, simultaneously? Lightning strikes and the perfect healthy oatmeal cookie energy balls recipe appears out of thin air.

Alright. That was kinda dramatic. But it was also kinda fun, right? 😉 It’s just that these oatmeal energy balls are so good! They’re so fun to make, easy to customize, and totally count as healthy energy balls.

Just pop a few in your bag before starting a new workout sesh or activity. Or grab one (or three) for a quick pop of energy while you’re playing with the kiddos. And ya know, totally make sure to put the oatmeal energy balls in a bag or something before you throw them directly into your bag. Hehe.

Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls Recipe: a 5 ingredient recipe for healthy oatmeal energy balls packed with nutrients! Easy to make, Vegan, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar-Free. #EnergyBalls #Vegan #GlutenFree #Healthy | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

­­­Healthy Oatmeal Energy Balls Recipe – Tastes like Cookies!

As you can probably tell, my sheer enthusiasm for today’s oatmeal cookie healthy energy balls recipe is vast. And high. And wavy. Or something… (Note that consuming said oatmeal energy balls has led me to this much energy just writing the post!)

These oatmeal cookie energy balls are a mix of oatmeal cookie dough bites + healthy energy balls = healthy oatmeal energy balls that taste like cookies! Okay, that all kinda came full circle there.

5 Ingredient Healthy Energy Balls Recipe

All you need are 5 healthy ingredients to make this super simple healthy energy balls recipe:

  1. Gluten Free Rolled Oats
  2. Gluten Free Oat Flour (try making homemade oat flour)
  3. Pure Maple Syrup
  4. Coconut Oil
  5. Pure Vanilla Extract
  6. Optional, but soooo recommended: vegan chocolate chips or sugar free chocolate chips!

Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls Recipe: a 5 ingredient recipe for healthy oatmeal energy balls packed with nutrients! Easy to make, Vegan, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar-Free. #EnergyBalls #Vegan #GlutenFree #Healthy | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Where Can I find oatmeal energy balls made with Nut Butter?

If you’re looking for healthy oatmeal energy balls made with peanut butter, almond butter and more, check these out:

  • No Bake Oatmeal Raisin Bites (Vegan, Gluten Free)
  • No Bake Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Coconut Energy Bites
  • No Bake Cranberry Coconut Energy Bites (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
  • No Bake Almond Butter Coconut Bites (Vegan, Gluten Free)

How to Make Oatmeal Energy Balls

Learn how to make oatmeal energy balls in no time! Just add all ingredients except chocolate chips into a medium bowl. Stir and fold until well mixed and thickened. Fold in vegan chocolate chips if using. Scoop and drop, then enjoy your oatmeal energy balls!

Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls Recipe: a 5 ingredient recipe for healthy oatmeal energy balls packed with nutrients! Easy to make, Vegan, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar-Free. #EnergyBalls #Vegan #GlutenFree #Healthy | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Best Tools for Perfect Healthy Oatmeal Energy Balls

  • My Favorite Cookie Scoop: try either a medium cookie scoop or a small cookie scoop when making your oatmeal energy balls. These cookie scoops make the entire process of creating your energy balls so much easier.
  • Gluten Free Rolled Oats: the quintessential ingredient in these healthy oatmeal energy balls!
  • Chocolate Chips: I love using these vegan chocolate chips on my sweeter days and these sugar free keto chocolate chips on my lighter days. Both taste amazing and satisfy your needs depending on what they are that day! 😉 You can also use the keto chocolate chips in these keto peanut butter balls with chocolate chips recipe.
  • Where to Buy Ingredients: Gluten Free Rolled Oats | Learn How to make Oat Flour | Coconut Oil | Pure Maple Syrup | Vegan Chocolate Chips or Sugar Free Chocolate Chips
  • Recommended Tools: Small Cookie Scoop or Medium Cookie Scoop | Baking Sheet | Unbleached Parchment Paper | Grippy Mixing Bowls

Are you totally ready to go balls out on making these healthy oatmeal cookie energy balls? (I couldn’t help myself.) If you try my recipe, be sure to comment below & let me know what you think! I love hearing from you. I’m so grateful that you’re here, sharing in these healthy recipes with me and your loved ones. ‘Til the next recipe adventure…

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls Recipe: a 5 ingredient recipe for healthy oatmeal energy balls packed with nutrients! Easy to make, Vegan, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar-Free. #EnergyBalls #Vegan #GlutenFree #Healthy | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

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  • 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Keto Energy Balls Recipe (Low Carb, Vegan)
  • just for fun: 5 Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites Recipe (Vegan, Gluten Free)
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Healthy Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls Recipe


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4.9 from 11 reviews

  • Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 20-25 small energy balls (mine made 23 balls) 1x
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Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls Recipe: a 5 ingredient recipe for healthy oatmeal energy balls packed with nutrients! Easy to make, Vegan, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar-Free.


Ingredients

Scale

Oatmeal Cookie Bites

  • ¾ cup gluten free rolled oats
  • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons gluten free oat flour (learn how to make oat flour)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons mini or regular vegan chocolate chips or sugar free chocolate chips (optional)

Optional

  • 2 tablespoons vegan chocolate chips or sugar free chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside.
  2. Add all ingredients except chocolate chips to a medium bowl: oats, oat flour, cinnamon (if using), maple syrup, oil and vanilla.
  3. Using a spoon, stir until thickened and well incorporated. If needed, use a rubber spatula to fold together into a cohesive dough. Fold in ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons chocolate chips, if using.
  4. Chill in the freezer for 10-15 minutes, until firm but scoopable.
  5. Using a small or medium cookie scoop, scoop and drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Using your hands, shape into spheres, or keep as is if you like the shape. Optionally, dot with 2 tablespoons chocolate chips. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.

Healthy Cookie Recipes to Try:

  • Best Gluten Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
  • 5 Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites Recipe
  • Paleo Almond Flour Cookie Dough Bars (Edible, Vegan, Dairy-Free)
  • 3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookie Cups

Equipment

Batman Reusable Snack Bags

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Gluten Free Rolled Oats

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Medium Cookie Scoop

Medium Cookie Scoop

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Vegan Chocolate Chips

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Keto Chocolate Chips

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Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil 16oz

Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil 16oz

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Notes

  • Where to Buy Ingredients: Gluten Free Rolled Oats | Learn How to make Oat Flour | Coconut Oil | Pure Maple Syrup | Vegan Chocolate Chips or Sugar Free Chocolate Chips
  • Freshness Notes: Best if enjoyed the first day; Day 2 and on, the bites will become much drier. Day 2 and forward, to soften, heat in 10-second increments in the microwave until warm.
  • Storing Instructions: Store for 1-2 weeks in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
  • Recommended Tools: Small Cookie Scoop or Medium Cookie Scoop | Baking Sheet | Unbleached Parchment Paper | Grippy Mixing Bowls
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Dessert
  • Method: Chill
  • Cuisine: American

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  1. TERESA says

    June 25, 2020

    These energy balls are soooo delish! I’m in the process of making a second batch of it and doubling the recipe and sharing it with friends. Thank you for a wonderful and easy recipe 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 25, 2020

      Yay! I’m so happy to hear it Teresa! 😊 Thank you for taking the time to share those kind words with me.

      Reply
  2. Lilliput says

    May 5, 2020

    Love it. Did 2 batches now

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 5, 2020

      Woohoo! I’m so happy to hear it! 😊

      Reply
  3. Larry says

    April 20, 2020

    Is eating raw flour good for you? I have colitis and I always worry about healthy snacks.
    I have made a few of your peanut butter balls using almond butter because I prefer that flavour, and they are wonderful.
    Just wonder If eating uncooked flour is a good idea.

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 21, 2020

      Hi Larry! Eating raw wheat flour is definitely not recommend. Fortunately, this recipe used oat flour, which is made from rolled oats. So no worries there! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Toni says

    April 20, 2020

    My kids can’t stop eating this! So good!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 21, 2020

      Woohoo! So happy the kiddos like them!

      Reply
  5. Ashlyn @ F5 Method says

    April 18, 2020

    These look like the perfect quarantine snack! I’m a sucker for anything with chocolate chips.

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 21, 2020

      LOL me too! 😂

      Reply
  6. Karen says

    April 18, 2020

    Demeter, I really enjoyed this recipe. Easy to make for a quick snack.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 21, 2020

      Aww thanks Karen! 😊 I’m so glad you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  7. Ashley says

    April 18, 2020

    SO good!! And easy to make, too! It’s the perfect afternoon sweet treat pick me up!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 21, 2020

      Yep, these are amazing when those midday sweets cravings hit!

      Reply
  8. Jessica says

    April 18, 2020

    These were delicious! Thank you so much!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 21, 2020

      Woohoo! I’m so thrilled to hear it Jessica! 😊

      Reply
  9. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

    April 18, 2020

    I will definitely be giving these a try, they sound delicious- I love always having some energy balls to hand!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 21, 2020

      I know! They’re so wonderful to have around!

      Reply
  10. Matt Taylor says

    April 18, 2020

    Yummy, so delicious, healthy, and easy to make. Thank you!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 21, 2020

      You’re so welcome Matt!

      Reply
  11. Eden says

    April 18, 2020

    They were fantastic!! We can’t wait to make them again!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 18, 2020

      Woohoo! I’m thrilled to hear they were such a hit Eden! 😊

      Reply
  12. Sisley White says

    April 18, 2020

    These are creative and easy to make. Family favourites already.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 18, 2020

      Aww that’s so great! Here’s to many more hours of no-bake fun!

      Reply
  13. Emily Liao says

    April 18, 2020

    Love these energy balls! I had all the ingredients I needed so it was easy to make and the perfect chocolate treat.

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 18, 2020

      Oh that’s so wonderful Emily! Isn’t it the best when that happens? 🙂

      Reply
  14. Nart | Cooking with Nart says

    April 18, 2020

    These look so good! I love oatmeal so I know I’m gonna love these!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 18, 2020

      Oh I’m so glad to hear it!

      Reply

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