Why are my oatmeal balls dry?

If you use a natural peanut butter, the oatmeal mixture tends to be a bit drier. You can add more sweetener until you get the correct texture.

Are 3 ingredient peanut butter oatmeal balls gluten free?

As long as you use certified gluten free oats then yes, they are gluten free as well as vegan.

Can I reduce the amount of sweetener?

I don't recommend it because the sweetener helps to keep the oatmeal energy balls from being dry and crumbly.

What do I do if my dough is too sticky?

If too sticky, chill it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to allow the oats to absorb some of the excess liquid. I also found that wetting my hands a little bit helped when I was rolling the dough into balls.

Can I substitute the syrup with honey?

Yes, maple syrup can be substituted with honey. You should know that honey isn't vegan for anyone following a vegan diet.

Can I make these peanut/nut free?

Yes, just substitute the peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and they're entirely nut free.

3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls

Name: 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter- I recommend all natural; 1 cup old fashioned oats- gluten free if needed; 2-3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (see note)

3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls

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These easy 3 ingredient peanut butter oatmeal balls make the BEST snack. In just 5 minutes you can make the most delicious, healthy, vegan snack from just 3 simple pantry ingredients.

Author: Nicole Radcliffe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 9 Servings 1x
Category: Snack
Method: Mix together
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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1/2 cup creamy peanut butter- I recommend all natural
1 cup old fashioned oats- gluten free if needed
2-3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (see note)

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, add the creamy peanut butter, oats, and maple syrup
Use a spoon to mix everything together until well combined
With a 2 tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out the dough and use your hands to roll into balls
Enjoy immediately or place into an airtight container until you're ready

Notes

Use 3 tablespoons of maple syrup if using all natural peanut butter without added sugar
Do not use steel cut oats
Make sure your oats are certified gluten free
Scoop dough with a cookie scoop to ensure they're all the same size
Chill the dough for 10-15 minutes to make it easier to roll into balls
Wet your hands slightly if the dough is sticking to them
Store leftover in an airtight container for up to 1 week

Find it online: https://www.coleinthekitchen.com/3-ingredient-peanut-butter-oatmeal-balls/