Ingredients
Here’s a simple list of ingredients that you’ll need to create these delightful No Bake Sweet Treats, along with some substitution suggestions to cater to your pantry and preferences:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter for a nutty twist)
- 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional, for added texture)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Follow these straightforward steps to whip up your batch of No Bake Sweet Treats, and feel free to involve the little ones, as I used to help my abuela in her lively kitchen:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until everything is well combined and forms a sticky dough.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips and shredded coconut, if using. This step always reminds me of my grandmother’s kitchen, where we would sneak in extra chocolate chips for good measure.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into balls. My siblings and I would compete to make the perfect round shapes, a task that was both fun and messy!
- Place the balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to set.
- Once set, your No Bake Sweet Treats are ready to enjoy. They can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International