No-Bake Monster Cookie Balls

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in saturated fat, while sunflower seed butter is nut-free.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate chips have less sugar, while chocolate chunks are often less expensive.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while agave syrup can be cheaper.

M&Ms

🥗Healthier: dried fruit

💰Cheaper: chocolate-covered raisins

Dried fruit adds fiber, while chocolate-covered raisins can be more affordable.

In a large bowl, stir together the oats, peanut butter, honey and vanilla until well combined.

Stir in the chocolate chips and M&M candies.

Roll dough into 2-tablespoon sized smooth balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or enjoy right away.

Once the balls have set, transfer them to an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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