Oatmeal Cereal Energy Balls
A quick and nutritious snack recipe that uses expired oatmeal cereal but is still safe to consume.
15
Prep Time (min)
0
Cook Time (min)
15
Total Time (min)
12
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup expired oatmeal cereal
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Difficulty:Easy
Tags:
expired-food-recipefood-waste-reduction
Instructions
1
In a mixing bowl, combine the oatmeal cereal, peanut butter, honey, mini chocolate chips, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts.
2
Mix until well combined and the mixture holds together.
3
Using your hands, roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
4
Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
6
Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
7
Enjoy as a quick and healthy snack!